Sold: Pair of Tapestry Armchairs 19th Century

Name: Pair of Tapestry Armchairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1095906
Price: 1250 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleBaroque Revival
MaterialWalnut, Wool Tapestry, Cotton
ColourMulti-colour
MotifsFigurative tapestry panels, Carved wooden armrests, Fringe trim, Scroll legs
SizeH 120 cm (47 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 75 cm (30 in)

FAQs

Tapestry and needlepoint upholstery gained prominence in European seating during the 17th and 18th centuries, often featuring pastoral scenes, florals, or allegorical figures woven in wool and silk to display wealth and craftsmanship.

These chairs typically feature a hand-carved hardwood frame, such as walnut or beech, joined with traditional mortise and tenon techniques, paired with hand-woven textile upholstery fastened with decorative brass tacks or fringe.

Authentic pieces are identified through period-appropriate joinery, hand-carved details showing tool marks, natural wear on the wooden frame, and hand-woven textile textures using traditional natural-dye wools.

Pairing these ornate chairs with minimalist or contemporary furnishings creates a striking textural contrast, allowing the historic textile patterns to serve as a focal point in a living room or study.

Protect the delicate textiles from direct sunlight to prevent fading, gently vacuum using a low-suction brush attachment, and condition the exposed wooden frame periodically with appropriate conservation wax.

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Pair of Tapestry Armchairs

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