Definition: A bergère is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame and enclosed sides. The arms are shorter than the depth of the seat, which features an upholstered apron topped with a loose cushion. Introduced during the Louis XV period in France (1715-1774), bergères remain popular today and are still produced by a number of manufacturers.
Pronunciation: ber-ZHER
Alternate Spellings: bergere
Common Misspellings: There are many, no doubt!
Examples: Lady Astor's shih tzu, Edna, liked to curl up on the corner bergère.
