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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 Armchairs to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1105233

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 Armchairs to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1105233

Dealers Internal Ref

Mha057/9050/2200

About the Dealer

Merchant House Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

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

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Merchant House Antiques

Telephone 07768 960144

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Cotswold and Devon
United Kingdom

By appointment only.

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleFrench Neoclassical Revival
MaterialWood, Silk, Gilt Leaf, Paint
ColourPink and Gold
MotifsFluted legs, Damask upholstery, Gilded carved frames, Padded armrests

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These seating pieces often draw inspiration from earlier French neoclassical periods such as Louis XVI, characterised by symmetrical proportions, fluted legs, and classical motifs, revived during the 19th century.

Authentic pieces typically feature a carved wood frame finished with gesso, gold leaf gilding, and paint, joined with traditional mortise and tenon techniques, and upholstered over webbing and stuffing.

Authenticity is assessed through signs of age in the wood and gilding, such as oxidisation of the metal leaf, hand-carved detailing, traditional joinery methods, and the type of underlying upholstery materials.

They can be integrated as statement seating in a contemporary living room, pairing ornate gilded frames with neutral walls and modern minimalist furniture to create a balanced contrast.

Preservation involves keeping them out of direct sunlight to prevent silk fading, dusting the carved wooden frames gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners on the gilding and fabric.