A fauteuil (French: [fotœj]) is a style of open-armchair with a primarily exposed wooden frame originating in France during the early 17th century.
A fauteuil is made of wood and frequently with carved relief ornament.
Some fauteuils have a valenced front seat rail which is padding that extends slightly over the apron.
The exposed wooden elements are often gilded or otherwise painted.
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