Antique French Pair of Louis XVI Style Walnut Salon Occasional Armchairs (Circa 1880)

Summary:
• Pair of armchairs
• Circa: 1880
• Period: Louis XVI style
• Provenance: France
• Wood: Walnut
• Item: Salon armchair
• Finely carved frame
• Central carved ribbon cartouche
• Carved floral top rail
• Tapered reeded columns
• Ivory chenille diamond pattern upholstery
• Newly upholstered sprung seat
• Matching braiding
• Hessian webbed underside
• Tapered inlaid legs
• Spade feet
• Good condition
• Stunning polish & patination
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns

This is a fine quality antique French pair of Louis XVI style walnut salon armchairs, circa 1880, which are in good condition, having been newly re-upholstered in the traditional manner. The frames are constructed of solid walnut and features an upholstered back with a down swept top rail, which incorporates a central carved ribbon cartouche flanked by fine floral carving, secured by fine tapering reeded ring turned columns either side with carved acorn finials. The back is secured by down swept padded arms having acanthus leaf decoration above shaped supports. The stuff over sprung seats and padded backs have been newly upholstered in top quality ivory chenille that incorporates a small diamond pattern, finished with matching gold braiding. This upholstery would have reflected the original style of upholstery used. The sprung seats are firm but comfortable; you do not sink into the seat. The underside of the seats has been recovered in traditional hessian material. The armchairs are raised on fine tapering fluted legs, which terminate on fine baluster turnings.

The armchairs feature a rich dark-brown colour. As they boast the original polish, they have a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received.

These armchairs would look superb in any drawing, parlour, living room, hallway or bedroom.  This item would certainly grace any home and is a great investment as it is extremely functional. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Dimensions:
External Height = 95.3cm or 37½” or 3ft 1½”
External Width = 62.3cm or 24½” or 2ft ½”
External Depth = 60cm or 23⅝” or 1ft 11⅝”
Seat Height = 43.5cm or 17⅛” or 1ft 5⅛”
Seat Width = 53.1cm or 20⅞” or 1ft 8⅞”
Seat Depth = 52cm or 20½” or 1ft 8½”
Arm Height = 61.7cm or 24¼” or 2ft ¼”
Back Height = 56.5cm or 22¼” or 1ft 10¼”

Condition Report:
These armchairs are in good condition having been newly reupholstered in the traditional manner. Therefore, the upholstery is new and free from damage, rips, and marks or fading. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the frames but nothing significant considering the age of the item. There are no missing carvings. The frames and arms are solid and in good condition with no loose movements. The armchairs sit firm on the ground and do not wobble. As the armchairs boast the original polish, they have a fantastic rich colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received. These chairs are well constructed, solid in joint and ready to use.

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Ref: Armchairs 55