Armchair en cabriolet ca. 1785 David Roentgen Well-known for intricate mechanical furniture and fine marquetry, the production of chairs was never a substantial output of the Roentgen workshop. In contrast to other cabinetmakers, his guild-exempt status allowed David Roentgen to make both case furniture as well as seat furniture. This neoclassical example incorporates an arched top rail with gilt-bronze knobs most likely for the loops of a cushion in order to make the backrest with its coiling serpents more comfortable for the Armchair en cabriolet. German, Neuwied am Rhein. ca. 1785. M
Armchair en cabriolet ca. 1785 David Roentgen Well-known for intricate mechanical furniture and fine marquetry, the production of chairs was never a substantial output of the Roentgen workshop. In contrast to other cabinetmakers, his guild-exempt status allowed David Roentgen to make both case furniture as well as seat furniture. This neoclassical example incorporates an arched top rail with gilt-bronze knobs most likely for the loops of a cushion in order to make the backrest with its coiling serpents more comfortable for the Armchair en cabriolet. German, Neuwied am Rhein. ca. 1785. Mahogany, gilt bronze, brass; modern suede upholstery. Woodwork-Furniture
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