Made in Paris for an elite patron, its sumptuous appearance is striking, from its deep, brocaded-silk cushion stuffed with swan- and goose-down feathers to the squares of gold leaf on its brass nails. Multiple craftsmen, including a joiner (woodworker) and an upholsterer, contributed to each facet of this luxurious chair. Despite its fragility, the chair has survived nearly unaltered over the centuries. See it at the Getty Center through July 31, 2022. . . . #GettyCenter #GettyMuseum #Art #ArtHistory #DecorativeArts #18thCentury #FrenchArt #Paris #FineFurniture