Antique Furniture ASMR Story - History of Furniture, Styles, Show and Tell

In this soft spoken ASMR video, I tell you about the history of furniture from Prehistory to our days, with an emphasis on French styles from the 17th and 18th Centuries (Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI style). I also explain a few different techniques, like veneering, marquetry or ormolu (gilt bronze).
Credits: script and narration by the French Whisperer, visuals by the French Whisperer, under Wikipedia Commons, or under web licence from Panthermedia. Music from the KZbin Audio Library for Creators (J.S. Bach, Prelude in C Major).
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Timestamps:
0:00 Antique Furniture
3:54 Prehistory of Furniture
7:21 Ancient Egypt
10:43 Veneering and Marquetry
14:12 Thomas Chippendale
15:14 Ancient Greece
18:21 Ancient Rome
20:10 Far East: China and Japan
24:10 Medieval Furniture
27:16 The Renaissance
30:14 Régence Armchair
33:37 Baroque and Louis XIV Style
36:34 Beds and Life at Versailles
39:05 Gilding with gold foil
43:06 Gilt Bronze (Ormolu)
47:48 Rococo and Louis XV Style
52:34 Neoclassical and Louis XVI Style
56:20 19th Century
1:00:11 Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau
1:03:32 Modernism in the XXth Century

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Timestamps: You can now also listen on streaming platforms: ffm.to/thefrenchwhisperer-antiquefurnituresleepstoryhisto . Patrons can download videos in HD, or audio only, and watch/listen offline. www.patreon.com/thefrenchwhisperer 0:00 Antique Furniture 3:54 Prehistory of Furniture 7:21 Ancient Egypt 10:43 Veneering and Marquetry 14:12 Thomas Chippendale 15:14 Ancient Greece 18:21 Ancient Rome 20:10 Far East: China and Japan 24:10 Medieval Furniture 27:16 The Renaissance 30:14 Régence Armchair 33:37 Baroque and Louis XIV Style 36:34 Beds and Life at Versailles 39:05 Gilding with gold foil 43:06 Gilt Bronze (Ormolu) 47:48 Rococo and Louis XV Style 52:34 Neoclassical and Louis XVI Style 56:20 19th Century 1:00:11 Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau 1:03:32 Modernism in the XXth Century

[@AadiASMR]

Love you hardwork brother 🙂🙂

[@mathonamoore123]

@@catpathcottage2995 hi, lucky you. I'd fill my house with Victorian pieces of everthing, if I could afford it. I can manage to buy replicas of original wallpaper, it's handmade, but that's about it! I have a replica, green banker's lamp and I will get a Chesterfield sofa but I don't think my budget will stretch further than that. I don't like modern furniture. It's not durable and over priced tat, usually.

[@helenabellydancer]

Your voice has helped me sleep over the last year or so through some difficult times. It wouldn’t be overstating it to say that your voice has helped keep me healthy, rested and sane. And I have learned a lot! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@poetryjones7946]

“Hello everyone.” god, THAT VOICE ❤️❤️❤️

[@src4409]

My entire house is filled with vintage and antique furniture. Love a relaxing way to learn about antiques

[@AadiASMR]

you're such a beautiful human being with such a good energy ahhh

[@poetryjones7946]

I second that ❤️

[@olivier6699]

Another masterpiece in ASMR. You are the asmrtist we need, but not the one we deserve

[@unchz]

100% true he put's so much time in this but still is so underrated unfortunately 😥 I kinda feel bad

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[@elcamino6699]

Ahh, my favourite two things reunite once again: relaxation and history.

[@IRLTheGreatZarquon]

Seconded. I was never curious about the history of furniture, but now I'm fully interested and can't sleep until I finish this episode. At least I'll be perfectly chill while learning something new.

[@alexisc6136]

I'm not sure how you got into my recommendations but I'm sooooo glad that you did! I never really understood ASMR I kind of figured it was just people chewing loudly or something... What your channel has done for my relaxation and sleep over the last couple weeks is something for which I'll never be able to thank you enough. So many fantastic topics and your voice does wonders for my nerves! Seriously, thank you!

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Thanks and welcome!

[@ita40200]

Because of you, i always say "Hello everyone" to everyone, including to myself in the mirror. Thanx for that :-) :-) :-)

[@catpathcottage2995]

thats really cute

[@sarasmr4278]

Hello wonderful person! 💜

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Hello everyone

[@vitaharvey5332]

That's so funny & cute. I'm stealing that.

[@ardkok9483]

Hello everyonr

[@0smuzz0]

*clicks video* - instantly falls asleep at the first syllable of “Hello”... 💤 🛏 😴

[@MichellesSanctuary]

As a lover of antiques, this conjured memories of my favourite historic homes and shops I’ve visited and the history was calming before sleep. Thank you! 💜

[@SomeReadingsASMR]

OMG Skara Brae! I wrote a report on Skara Brae for my history class in high school and it was thoroughly interesting. I love the depth that you go into in these videos. I also love the depth of your voice 👀😊

[@tracywilliamsliterature]

French Whisperer, what I would not give to have your style! I am beginning to think that French Whisperer can read my mind... last video he made I was just thinking of the same thing and now this time, I am thinking of antique furniture et VOILA! Merci from Wales.

[@judemorales4U]

I admire your intellect Mr. French. You are a renaissance man. Thank you for all you do.

[@misscindyasmr]

Your voice is so relaxing. I wish I could stay awake while listening to any of your ASMR videos... cause the topics are so interesting.

[@hannahh8696]

Random thought: someone who really knew how to use furniture in his films - Jacques Tati! I’m only a few minutes in and loving this upload already. Thank you.

[@siickkid1322]

Been binging and staying up researching antique furniture not being able to sleep and this amazing human came on my page

[@danielpattrick4529]

Aaah just when I needed you most I will get back to sponsoring you on patreon I’ve just had a killer... literally.. few months

[@spencerfrankclayton4348]

So you're a ghost?

[@sophiegirl752]

We listen to you EVERY SINGLE NIGHT!! Thank you so much for sharing these videos with us: for doing all the research, investing so much of your time and money for us! Your voice is perfect for this! We adore you!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@KiltLeo]

Magnifique, when listening to your videos I always come to two or three conclusions: 1. How little I actually know about anything. 2. How interesting things actually are. 3. (sometimes) How soundly and deep I sleep while falling asleep listening to your videos. Bon nuit.

[@anthonys5568]

Very nice narrative. Thank you for posting.

[@AbighoASMR]

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[@missmaryhdream6560]

You with the beautiful voice, thanks to your mother for having you. God bless you and keep you safe 💕

[@indigoranch]

I usually don't say things like this because I find it cliché, but you deserve a million subs. The research and knowledge and no ads in your videos is exceptional. Thank you for all your hard work! I'm so glad I stumbled upon you somehow.

[@Zephyrnauts]

Im a french québecer and I was feeling so bad about myself... Your videos are pure gold, its in a sense, giving me back confidence in humanity. We created such beautiful objects... And yet we comply in cheap plastic furnitures today. We lack the émotion and care that went into those object.

[@PaleFireNat]

I LOVE your voice, but your videos are so informative, I can’t fall asleep, I just want to learn 😅 Sleepy scholar over here!

[@DazzlingEndASMR]

Your asmr is so lovely, thank you so much

[@paolods6832]

Antique furniture, so beautiful and so uncomfortable.

[@neverstopz9045]

This one was hard to turn away from. Interesting visuals will have to wait for playthrough #2. Thank you for another great video.

[@spider-queen]

I appreciate these videos so much, in fact I've reached a point where I can't fall asleep without them, thanks for the interesting topics and especially the nice length, usually perfect time to fall asleep 🌙

[@witchiswhich]

It's an amazing video thank you so much for putting this together! Love your collections!!!!

[@13crystalsister]

Perfect timing! I'll be listening to the new video when I go to bed.🛌💤😊🧡 Many thanks Mr. French Whisperer. You are the best! Stay safe & healthy!😷🧡😴

[@lucybaldwin9667]

Up for work in less than 3 hours... if anything will relax me enough for sleep it'll be your videos! They've been a lifesaver working nights. Thanks for the work you put in.

[@genekwagmyrsingh9433]

FINALLY! Been waiting for this one for like a year.

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

yes I know it was more than overdue 😅

[@aniaroe9542]

Another outstanding video well done 😍😍

[@verite]

Love this! Fantastic opening too.

[@mirki231]

I really appreciate you showing us your actual furniture Super cool of you I feel that is pretty vulnerable Thanks This video is awesome

[@AndYourLittleDog]

Your videos have helped me relax. Thank you so much! I hope you are well and living your best life. Bisous 😘

[@merlijnnelis]

I have antique chairs in the living room, quite nice to hear about the history of it while wandering asleep... Thanks!

[@daviddunn3285]

Well done monsieur. Not only are your videos calming but informative too. Keep up the great work and hope all is well

[@bobbybill4042]

I loved this one, I have some Italian and French bits around my house. I love your desk!!!!!

[@bunnylikesgingerale]

I’ve always loved old antique furniture. So grand.

[@CloudLichen]

I love this so much. Paging through the book is excellent. It was really engaging. I'd love to see more page turning of picture books on the topics at hand. Thanks for your content!

[@nneow]

I slept so well after watching 10 minutes of this. It sent me off to a good night's sleep. woke up feeling rested, thank you.

[@hallieyount4471]

Pure perfection as always ❤️

[@Sarah-KateH]

Incredible work 🙏

[@effieclare]

This is such a terrific under-viewed gem. Fellow antique admirer, thank you!

[@ruabadfish02]

My daughter has decided she has grown out of naps so this will have to wait until later tonight. Thank you FTW!! Hoping you’re well. 🙏🏻❤️

[@tryin2beehappygolucky431]

Magnificent video! 🛏️🛋️🚪🛁🕰️🇨🇵

[@janunderwood4033]

This is a very engaging video, FW. I also really appreciate it when you remind us, at the beginning, to relax. I seem to need the reminder every single time! :)

[@Andy-pc8sr]

Please keep up the good work, your videos are a welcome respite at the end of a long day

[@Knallbart]

I haven't commented lately as i've zonked out before it's finished and thus promptly forgotten, but I just wanted to say how much I appreciate you being back! Your videos are so wonderfully unique and well done. Thanks for sharing them with us 💛

[@fellen1611]

Had a terrible stomach ache last night, and I couldn't relax enough to sleep. Your reminder to relax your body at the beginning really helped me let go a lot of the tension I was holding from the pain in other parts of my body, and it helped me get to sleep. Thank you

[@gdavid4509]

Zoot Allures ! Who knew furniture was so relaxing. 🌹

[@MaryShelleysNib]

G David it’s what chaise longues were made for 🛌🛋

[@mayradell3953]

Thank you very much. It was very interesting.

[@zerofriends6]

I listen to these every night :)

[@ohlightasmr9359]

I always want to learn more from your videos but it’s so hard when I fall asleep because your voice is so relaxing

[@RebeccaJeanPrescott]

Ok how am I supposed to fall asleep to this one? Teasing. Love your videos but this one I needed to watch awake! The greek mythology are my favorite!

[@fernandofranciscoserranoca1538]

My grandpa was a carpenter, he would have loved to see this!

[@lucyricardo8713]

Even though this has significantly less views than other videos, I sincerely love it. It's something I'd never thought about and was so relaxing and informative while I was awake. Your videos are a gift

[@PaulRamen]

Enjoyed that video ;) Keep it up

[@LolaFulana305]

Ohh, this is divine. 😌

[@mel5108]

You have immaculate taste, I hadn't appreciated antique furniture before

[@Angel-cd5qq]

That is lovely furniture ! It makes me think of Napolean & 🌺Josephine 🌺or Cleopatra🌺 & Versailles🌺

[@shawnlogangibson35]

Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@mathonamoore123]

Hi, I think you were talking about the chaise lounge, when you referred to the Roman piece of furniture that served as a sofa, a relaxer, a chair and a bed. My aunt has a beautiful, one with real pink velvet on it. You can be sure, it's an antique because she's a wealthy woman lol she does have beautiful pieces of antique furniture but she's not a collector as such. If I had her money, I'd collect art and antique things like vases, delph, etc. My neighbour has a magnificent, glass lampshade in his hall. It's antique and cost 5,000 euro. It looks exactly like the shades, that were on the street lamps, in Victorian England. You'd love his home. He has John Thompson silk curtains and cushions, from Asia too. He even has a stunning grama phone that works. Again, he's wealthy so it's easier to express your tastes, when you can pay for it lol. He gave me a beautiful, lemon silk scarf by John Thompson, it has an elepant on it. I'm going to frame it. That's about it, for me but if I had a lot of money, I'd decorate my home in the Victorian style.

[@forsakenfionn4715]

Great video! I would love to see you do a video on the history of clocks and timekeeping one day

[@sarasmr4278]

My problem with this channel recently has been everything you talk about, I want to stay awake and learn about! 💜💜💜

[@KiltLeo]

It's something most of us struggle with.

[@claudiascott6654]

Wow, FR.. a fascinating history. But what was even more appealing was seeing your gorgeous pieces. Your home ( from what I've seen) looks like it would be a great feature in a beautiful home magazine.. every item seems placed with such detailed thought that it is truly a treat for us to see it. Does your background include interior design? Thank you for sharing your inner sanctum with us. As always.

[@TheFrenchWhispererASMR]

Thanks Claudia, I will take credit for anything out of principle, but the truth is that I don't really think about decorating. I just accumulate things I like, I arrange them to look like the kind of environment I grew up in, I leave space to move around, and that's it ;).

[@angelicagarcia8868]

wonderful as always! Please do other videos on modern artists like the one you did on Jean-Pierre Ugarte :)

[@nobodynothingberg4886]

Perfect timing

[@denise5334]

My go to. Thankyou.

[@Roshi155]

May I also suggest History of Cooking, Transportation, Housing and Pyramids

[@Neotsuma]

Salut french whisperer, tu pense qu’un jours tu pourrais faire une video sur le projet iter ? (En fr si possible 😆) Merci encore pour tout

[@DonaldDuck-df5it]

J’avoue que le français me ferait très plaisir aussi :D

[@emilysoto8883]

I like to listen to fall asleep but then I get interested in the topic and end up awake listening for the whole thing, also I would also liste to your grocery list or the dictionary anything u wanna do me friend, I also love the french and spanish ones

[@katarzynazuzazasada5998]

you sound softer and more sultry in this video. Than in others....this is a relaxing video.....furniture is an artform...

[@katarzynazuzazasada5998]

@Hyperskreem 82 I just watch that one. I agree!

[@astrinymris9953]

8:52 When I was a little kid, we had a stool with a similar woven seat. It seems to have been a very enduring design. :-)

[@spencerfrankclayton4348]

1:49 Beautiful!!

[@tomsouthgate1626]

A video talking about neanderthals would be very interesting :)

[@philipdonahue608]

I love the music! Would you consider keeping the music through the video?

[@aleksandar5323]

You should really do history of computers - how they were made, improvements over the years, microprocessors and modern photolithography. I didn't see anything similar on your channel and I think it's really an interesting topic that would sit well with your style of ASMR. Best Regards, Alex :)

[@KiltLeo]

^ this. I second that for two reasons, I've been involved in repairing/building/using/ computers since I was a wee lad, and French Whisper would relax me with great interest. Good suggestion, and sleep well. Cheers

[@genarocorrea9407]

Hola me encantan tus vídeos son muy interesantes y educativos pero pocos en español entiendo que te generan pocas visita pero me gustaría que hicieras alguno más en español saludos desde Uruguay

[@meagan1772]

Never clicked on a video so fast

[@teddybear9029]

Hello everyone!

[@vivalapalestine7235]

Your channel has been a god send for Me throughout the years Please do a video on the history of the golden age of Islam

[@illya332]

I want to ask, what microphone do you use to capture your voice? In your, much, older videos the bass in your voice isn't as well captured as it is now.

[@camski3]

Forgive my ignorance...what is the that absolute banger of a song at the very start?

[@Roshi155]

Pure Bliss! Looking forward to history of Julius Ceaser, Churchill, ww1, ww2, Eiffel tower, Taj Mahal

[@brendanlorenzo7298]

Please do the Renaissance next 🙏

[@ericschilling9064]

French Whisperer: "Hello everyone..." Me: "Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz"

[@mouseydeb3245]

Oh goodness... do I want to sleep or wallow in antique loveliness? Hmmm... both! We shall meet tonight my friend. And thank you!

[@Shmuckett]

Do architecture pleeeeaaasssseeee

[@cindym3413]

Peut-on espérer une petite vidéo en français un de ces quatre ? Ça me manque ça fait une petit moment qu'on en a pas eu 😁

[@granitesevan6243]

I thought Patrick Bateman was going to narrate this when I heard the intro music

[@effortmaster]

let me know what you are using song of name in this video beginning.

[@jessicles23]

How is it you know all my favorite topics ❤️, I love you ❤️

[@sukubo9679]

What is the name of the piece? Also great video, i love your content!

[@DonaldDuck-df5it]

Prelude in C Major, JS Bach !

[@maleexile9053]

Can you do a video on the knights hospitaler the jomsvikings and saxony from the saxon wars to now also keep up the good work my friend love the content. Ave amicus

[@maxfrojd7774]

Whats the name of the intro song???

[@Wolf..gang.]

Les videos en français me manque tellement...