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Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs
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Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs

17th century
Description

Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare suite of four totally original 17th century circa 1640-1680 French Caquetoire armchairs with ornately carved arms and period, Polychrome painted leather seat and arm rests

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.

I have a pair of these chairs which have a leather upholstered backs as well, they are listed under my other items

These are pure art furniture from every angle, they just scream huge amounts of age style and charm, the only similar example I have found is currently on exhibition with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, its detailed as the second half of the 16th century which is around 100 years early than this example

The chairs have a stunning timber patina, the first pair depict neoclassical maidens to the backs with Armorial crests to the top and floral Polychrome painted seat bases and arm covers, the second pair have knights with the same floral seat and arms and armorial crests. The correct way to display these chairs is an odd pair so one with the maiden and the other with the knight, its all very romantic!

The timber has been deep cleaned, hand condition waxed and hand polished, it has a good rich glow to it, there is very old signs of worm, maybe 100-200 years old, they have huge amounts of patina as you would expect, nothing which detracts from the sublime look and feel

Dimensions

Height:- 121.5cm

Width:- 63.5cm

Depth:- 49cm

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask.

Any questions please feel free to ask .

Physical Dimensions
Height
121.5cm (47.83")
Width
63.5cm (25.00")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Royal House Antiques has dated these Carved Walnut Caquetoire Armchairs to the 17th Century.

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SA1076059
Description
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare suite of four totally original 17th century circa 1640-1680 French Caquetoire armchairs with ornately carved arms and period, Polychrome painted leather seat and arm rests
fig 1. A set of four dark carved walnut caquetoire armchairs featuring high relief-carved backrest panels and polychrome painted details.
fig 1. Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.

“
I have a pair of these chairs which have a leather upholstered backs as well, they are listed under my other items.
Royal House Antiques
fig 2. A set of four dark carved walnut caquetoire armchairs featuring high relief-carved backrest panels and polychrome painted details.
fig 2. Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs

These are pure art furniture from every angle, they just scream huge amounts of age style and charm, the only similar example I have found is currently on exhibition with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, its detailed as the second half of the 16th century which is around 100 years early than this example

fig 3. A set of four dark carved walnut caquetoire armchairs featuring high relief-carved backrest panels and polychrome painted details.
fig 3. Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs

The chairs have a stunning timber patina, the first pair depict neoclassical maidens to the backs with Armorial crests to the top and floral Polychrome painted seat bases and arm covers, the second pair have knights with the same floral seat and arms and armorial crests. The correct way to display these chairs is an odd pair so one with the maiden and the other with the knight, its all very romantic!

fig 4. A set of four dark carved walnut caquetoire armchairs featuring high relief-carved backrest panels and polychrome painted details.
fig 4. Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs

The timber has been deep cleaned, hand condition waxed and hand polished, it has a good rich glow to it, there is very old signs of worm, maybe 100-200 years old, they have huge amounts of patina as you would expect, nothing which detracts from the sublime look and feel

fig 5. A set of four dark carved walnut caquetoire armchairs featuring high relief-carved backrest panels and polychrome painted details.
fig 5. Four Antique 1640 Caquetoire Carved Walnut Polychrome Painted Armchairs

Dimensions

Height:- 121.5cm

Width:- 63.5cm

Depth:- 49cm

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask.

Any questions please feel free to ask .

Height
121.5cm (47.83")
Width
63.5cm (25.00")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Royal House Antiques has dated these Carved Walnut Caquetoire Armchairs to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1076059
Royal House Antiques
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Royal house antiques is a privately-owned family ran company founded in wimbledon in 2012 by husband and wife james and iris thorpe

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A caquetoire, or caqueteuse chair, is a specific style of armchair that developed during the Renaissance period, particularly in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century France and Scotland. Derived from the French word caqueter meaning to chatter, the design featured a narrow back and outward-flaring arms to accommodate wide skirts during conversation.

Historically, caquetoire chairs were constructed from dense hardwoods such as walnut or oak. Joinery relied on traditional mortise and tenon joints secured with wooden pegs, and decorative elements often included high-relief carving and polychrome painted details on the back panels.

Authentic pieces from this period exhibit hand-carved relief detailing showing subtle variations, hand-planed wood surfaces, and mortise-and-tenon construction with visible wooden pegging. Original paint finishes or polychrome details typically show natural age-related wear, craquelure, and patina in recessed areas.

These sculptural armchairs serve effectively as statement hall chairs, focal architectural accents in living spaces, or host chairs at the head of a contemporary dining table. Pairing dark carved timber with neutral walls and modern lighting highlights their historical silhouette.

Maintain timber surfaces by dusting regularly with a dry microcrystalline cloth and applying a clear, high-quality beeswax paste sparingly once or twice a year. Keep the chairs away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity fluctuations to prevent wood movement and preserve original painted finishes.
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