The Renaissance Room

A reconstruction unique in France

The Renaissance bedroom was originally the home of Philippe Lesbahy, wife of Gilles Berthelot. This room perfectly reflects the refinement of 16^th century interiors.

The richness of the silk fabrics, embroidery and passementerie   the gold and silver thread that adorns the bed, making it the centerpiece of the decor.

Did you know that in the early 16^th century, the bedroom wasn't just a place to rest? It was a real living space, where people entertained, ate and worked. The furniture installed in the bedroom reflected these multiple functions.

Despite the many changes made to the château since it was built, the second floor has retained its original layout.

The lady of the house's bed

A central element of the bedroom, the bed was placed on a platform. Elevated in this way, it was protected from the cold of the floor, then made of tomettes  .

The bed in this room dates back to the 19^th century, not the Renaissance. Sixteenth-century furniture is extremely rare today!

The bed illustrates the neo-Renaissance taste in vogue around 1840, with which the Biencourt family, owners of the château at the time, were so enamored.

The restoration of the bed's textiles is based on extensive creative work using archival material. The upholstery is the result of a scientific study based on the comparison of paintings from the second half of the 16^th century.

Damasks   Purple damask, silk velvet, precious trimmings and embroidery illustrate the richness and shimmer of Renaissance beds, a true representation of their owner's pomp and prestige.