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Description

Great pair of 19th century gilt and painted armchairs

Nice large proportions , need reupholstering but the frames are solid / firm

Height 39 inches or 99 cms

Width 27 inches or 69 cms

Depth 27 inches or 69 cms

Declaration

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Pair of Fauteuils to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1035719

Dealers Internal Reference

Mha057/9050/2200

Dealers Notes

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Description

Great pair of 19th century gilt and painted armchairs

Nice large proportions , need reupholstering but the frames are solid / firm

Height 39 inches or 99 cms

Width 27 inches or 69 cms

Depth 27 inches or 69 cms

Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Pair of Fauteuils to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1035719

Dealers Internal Ref

Mha057/9050/2200

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Merchant House Antiques

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4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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Merchant House Antiques

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Cotswold and Devon
United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleLouis XVI
MaterialWood, Silk, Gilt
ColourPink
MotifsFluted legs, Carved frame, Upholstered armrests, Oval backrest

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The Louis XVI style is characterised by a return to classical symmetry, straight tapering fluted legs, and geometric forms, shifting away from the curving lines of the preceding Rococo period.

These armchairs are typically crafted from carved hardwoods such as beech or walnut, often finished with gilding, paint, or a distressed metallic leaf, and upholstered in rich silks or brocades.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved joinery, traditional mortise and tenon construction, aged patina on the wood finish, and hand-stitched upholstery webbing underneath.

Pairing these classical chairs with minimalist modern furniture creates a sophisticated contrast, allowing the ornate wood carving and rich textile pattern to serve as a focal point.

Keep antique silk upholstery out of direct sunlight to prevent fading and fibre degradation, and gently vacuum with a brush attachment on a low setting to remove dust.