regence

noun1

1. •
   (no longer used) rule

   • massacres Of spiritual Affidavit-makers, That swore to any human regence Oaths of supremacy and allegiance — 1662

adjective1

1. •
   Of or pertaining to the style of French furniture and decoration of c. 1680–1725, characteristic of the regency of Philippe II, Duke of Orléans.

   • Window fittings are of soft almond green and salmon figured lampas, and Régence chairs are walnut and covered in figured velour of a soft pinkish rust color. — 1930