Mme Recamiers Bed
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Mme Recamiers Bed
Parisian Furniture - Madame Recamiers bed: a flamboyant empire style bed with swan topped columns, female figures holding torches and a multitude of lilac drapery Date: 1807
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1807 Bedroom Columns Drapery Figures Flamboyant Lilac Madame Multitude Parisian Recamier Swan Topped Torches Furniture
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This stunning photograph print showcases the exquisite Mme Recamier bed, a quintessential example of Parisian furniture from the Empire style period. Dated back to 1807, this flamboyant bed is a true masterpiece of French decorative arts. The bed's design is characterized by its swan-topped columns, which gracefully curve and taper towards the intricately carved swan heads. The columns are adorned with female figures, each holding a torch, adding an air of elegance and mystery. The multitude of lilac drapery cascades down from the canopy, creating a soft and romantic atmosphere. The color lilac was particularly popular during the Empire period, as it symbolized the fleeting beauty of youth and the delicate nature of femininity. The bed's design reflects the opulence and grandeur of the French Empire, a time when Paris was the cultural and artistic center of Europe. Madame Recamier, a famous French hostess and socialite, was known for her sophisticated taste and her salon, which was a gathering place for the intellectual and artistic elite of Paris. This bed, which once graced her bedroom, is a testament to her refined sensibilities and her appreciation for the finest in French furniture design. The Mme Recamier bed is a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of elegance, luxury, and artistic innovation. This photograph print is a must-have for anyone with an interest in French furniture history, Empire style design, or the history of Parisian decorative arts.
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