The Dutch-born Jean-Henri Jansen (1854–1928) was only in his mid-20s when he set up his Parisian design business in 1880. By the time he died, Maison Jansen had become the world’s first international decorating firm. Today, it is still regarded as one of the most notable firms and period furniture manufacturers in history, with its vintage floor lamps, tables, dressers and other furnishings remaining in demand.
Maison Jansen initially came to international prominence in 1883 when the young Jean-Henri Jansen traveled to Amsterdam to participate in the International Colonial Exposition, an event that featured presentations by 28 different nations and was attended by over a million visitors. There he exhibited as part of the French pavilion and won the silver medal. This led to two prominent new clients: King William III of the Netherlands and King Alfonso XII of Spain.
Next was King Leopold II of Belgium for the interiors of the Château du Laeken, as well as commissions for Egypt’s King Farouk and Great Britain’s King Edward VII. Thanks to his participation in global expositions and fairs, Jansen expanded the renown of the firm so that its studios would reign in such major cities as London, New York, Buenos Aires, Cairo and many more.
Jansen was not only sought after for his taste but also for his custom period-inspired pieces. For example, in the Count and Countess de Revilla de Camargo’s Havana mansion, Jansen designed Louis XV–style furniture crafted from Cuban mahogany, enhancing Maison Jansen’s reputation as an expert maker. His custom furniture business was so successful that by 1900 he had opened his own atelier and employed around 700 artisans.
In the 1960s, the firm, then led by Stéphane Boudin, worked with Jacqueline Kennedy on the refurbishment of rooms in the White House, including such spaces as the Queens’ Sitting Room, which featured bright blue fabric and neoclassical details. In the 1970s, legendary French actor Alain Delon brought his sense of style to bear on the world of furniture design, when he created a series of pieces for Maison Jansen.
Maison Jansen continued to produce furniture designs through the 20th century, responding to shifting tastes from Art Nouveau to Modern Regency. The atelier and studio officially closed its doors in 1989.
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Alain Delon "Salon" Three Seat Sofa in Taupe Upholstery
By Alain Delon, Maison Jansen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Alain Delon for Maison Jansen, three seat sofa, fabric, France, 1970s. This ornate, comfortable sofa has a strong and playful design. The high, webbed back gives perfect support for...
Fabric, Wood
Rare Golden Lacquer and Brass Maison Jansen Bouclé Sofa, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, IDF
An exciting example of French design firm Maison Jansen’s commissioned pieces. This sofa is made from solid mahogany, lacquered in a rich dark brown and bronze–golden finish. The res...
Brass
$16,600Sale Price|24% Off
Important Maison Jansen Loveseat Reupholstered in Pink Bouclé, c. 1930s, Signed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eat your hearts out Jansen collectors, this Maison Jansen loveseat is signed underneath with 'Jansen/ Industria Argentina' stenciled fabric signifying this important upholstered sett...
Bouclé, Wood
19th Century Maison Jansen Sofa
By Maison Jansen
Located in London, GB
A masterpiece of Parisian cabinetmaking, reimagined with the depth of signature mohair velvet.” An exceptional 19th-century Maison Jansen sofa, pinnacle of classical French elegance...
Mohair, Wood
$12,000
H 35.75 in W 47.5 in D 23 in
Maison Jansen Rare Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk, France, 1950s, Signed
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite and elegant Directoire-style silver-leaf settee with a beautifully antiqued finish, upholstered in luxurious black raw silk featuring a deeply tufted back, seat, and genero...
Silk, Wood
$3,757
H 28.94 in W 69.69 in D 38.39 in
ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER ART DECO THREE SEAT SOFA FEATHER FILLED SEAT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Art Deco style reddish brown leather sofa with overstuffed feather ...
Leather
$4,099
H 35.04 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, with Mahogany Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery with Leather Trim. Usable condition. Bespoke quote ca...
Leather, Wool, Hardwood
$18,389
H 35.44 in W 72.84 in D 41.34 in
Vintage George Smith Kilim Upholstered Three Seat Couch or Sofa Feather Cushions
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cushions A stunning sofa which is one of G...
Upholstery
Curved Banana Shape Loveseat or Sofa in Floral Wool, Denmark 1940s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved Loveseat made in Denmark, around late 1930s or early 1940s. This small sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round volup...
Wool, Beech
19th Century Spanish Silk Sofa
Located in Faversham, GB
A commanding and elegant early 19th century Spanish salon sofa. Carved in birch and giltwood, the generously padded back is crested with striking volutes, leafage and a central clam shell. Each end of the scrolling arms is decorated with a gilded double volute form. The sofa is completed in silk and decorative trim. Spanish, circa 1820. The piece is from a large private collection, with the silk and gilt restored by its owner in the mid-1990s. This is the only example we have seen reach the open market and Pointers Antiques...
Silk, Birch, Oak, Giltwood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian sofa or bench in old paint. Recently upholstered seat and bolster cushions in linen. Circa 1810.
Pine
19th Century French Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th century French sofa is a masterfully crafted piece that reflects timeless design and superior artistry. The walnut frame features intricate carvings along the arms ...
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Swedish Sofa
Located in Chireno, TX
Gray painted Swedish sofa circa 1860. 19th century sofa beautifully hand-carved with exceptional decoration. Newly upholstered in off-white ticking with down-wrap cushion. Joined con...
Upholstery, Down, Wood
19th Century Low Back Sofa
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century low back sofa with carved arms, over long seat raised on cabriole legs with acanthus leaf detailing terminating on original brass castors.
Upholstery, Mahogany
$2,200
H 29.73 in W 58.67 in D 31.5 in
Mogens Hansen, Mid-Century 2-Seater Sofa, Patinated Black Leather, 1970s
By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik, Mogens Hansen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
A classic Danish Modern two-seater sofa upholstered in patinated black leather, resting on legs crafted from solid beech. With its clean lines, balanced proportions, and timeless com...
Leather, Beech
19th Century French Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant late 19th-century Louis XVI-style sofa is crafted from beech wood, painted in a soft antique finish that highlights its delicate carved details. Resting on four tapered,...
Velvet, Beech
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H 35.44 in W 72.45 in D 31.5 in
20th Century French Neo-Classical Style Carved Giltwood Sofa by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A beautiful carved giltwood Neo-Classical style sofa by Maison Jansen. Reference; Jansen Furniture by James Archer Abbot, Page 83 for a similar marquise. France, Circa 1950. Matchin...
Upholstery, Giltwood
20th century Maison Jansen Golden Velvet Sofa, 1960s
By Maison Jansen
Located in LEGNY, FR
Superb two-seater sofa called "Knole" from the Jansen house from the 60s in golden velvet. Composed of two large seat cushions and two back cushions and two cylindrical cushions, all...
Velvet
Maison Jansen Neoclassical 4 Seater Sofa Mohair Velvet 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, IDF
Newly reupholstered in mohair velvet in a soothing sand colour, this sofa is a beautiful example of Maison Jansen neoclassicism from the 1960s and 1970s. With inventive, extendable a...
Velvet
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H 35.5 in W 54 in D 32 in
Important Pair of Maison Jansen Loveseats in Pink Bouclé, c. 1930s, Signed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eat your hearts out Jansen collectors, this pair of Maison Jansen loveseats are signed underneath with 'Jansen/ Industria Argentina' stenciled fabric signifying this important pair o...
Bouclé, Wood
Sofa By Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Brussels, BE
Original vintage sofa By Maison Jansen circa 1960 in good condition. It concerns the very rare 3 seat in brown cognac leather.
Brass
Set of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of custom made by Maison Jansen in 1970 A 3 seats sofa A 2 seat sofa Arm chair with ottoman Square coffee table Rectangular coffee table All made in bronze perfect conditio...
Bronze
Sofa Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
two seat sofa by Maison Jansen from an BrassCategoryMid-20th Century French Modern Maison Jansen Sofas
Materials
Signed Maison Jansen French Louis XVI Settee Sofa, Circa 1920s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This signed Maison Jansen paint decorated frame has beautiful carved details and great proportions. The settee measures 69 wide x 27 deep x 36 tall x 22 inch seat height.
Beech
Pair Painted Signed French Louis XVI Style Maison Jansen Canapes Settees
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of signed Maison Jansen settees. The settees are painted in an antique distressed finish. They date to the 1950-60s e...
Beech
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H 31 in W 91 in L 31 in
Signed Maison Jansen French Louis XVI Carved Velvet Sofa Couch Goose Feathers
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare and extremely refined and sophisticated Louis XVI style sofa fitted with goose down filled pillows and a fantastic sand colored velvet or chenille upholstery. This sof...
Walnut
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H 33.86 in W 102.37 in D 37.8 in
Pair of Large Neoclassical Maison Jansen Sofas Original Green Velvet, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, IDF
The beautiful forest green velvet fabric of this pair of Mid-Century Modern sofas by Maison Jansen is the original 1970s upholstery and has been maintained in very good vintage condi...
Brass
1970s Sofa by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1970s sofa with stainless steel details by Maison Jansen Sofas has been upholstered with "Teddy Velour de Mohair By Pierre Frey " Sofa is in perfect condi...
Stainless Steel