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Perroquets

Scope note

Pliants having a back with finials, which were often hooked forward and made to resemble parakeets. Came into fashion in France in the early 17th century; principally used at dining tables.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000140027

Broader Terms used

pliants

Term used for

chaises à la dauphine

Equivalent Terms used

perroquet

Created

13yrs ago

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