tapissée

Tapissée is the feminine past participle of the French verb tapisser, which means to line, cover, or pad with fabric or tapestry. As an adjective, tapissée describes something that has been upholstered or lined with textile material. The masculine form is tapissé and the feminine tapissée.

Often used to describe furniture, walls, or interiors: a chaise tapissée, des murs tapissés, or une chambre tapissée de velours. The term is common in design, antiques, and architectural descriptions; it denotes decoration as well as the padding and comfort provided by upholstery.

Historically, tapissage was a craft performed by a tapissier or tapissière, a professional upholsterer or tapestry maker. The word is linked to the broader family of tapisseries (tapestry) and upholstery traditions in Europe from the Middle Ages onward. In modern French, tapissée remains primarily a descriptive attribute rather than a standalone noun.

Notes: The term should not be confused with tapis (carpet) or tapisserie (tapestry or wallpaper). Context usually clarifies whether tapissée refers to upholstery, wall coverings, or decorative textiles.