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Pair of French Carved Walnut Salon Chairs
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Pair of French Carved Walnut Salon Chairs

1900 - 1920
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A lovely pair of a Walnut framed salon chairs in the French style, dating from the early 20th Century. They have nicely carved frames with shell motif detail and they stand on elegant cabriole legs. Both chairs have upholstered seats and backs and have been covered in a pretty floral fabric which compliments the chairs.

They are in good condition and are strong and sturdy. There are a few very minor marks on the upholstery but nothing detrimental. There are some signs of age and use and some small marks and knocks around the frames but no major damages and the display beautifully. They have been cleaned and lightly polished and are ready for use.

The chairs stand approximately 39" (99cm) high, 20" (51cm) wide and 18" (46cm) deep. The seats are approximately 17" (43cm) high.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Carved Walnut Salon Chairs to the 1920s.

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SA1110973
Description
A lovely pair of a Walnut framed salon chairs in the French style, dating from the early 20th Century. They have nicely carved frames with shell motif detail and they stand on elegant cabriole legs.
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Both chairs have upholstered seats and backs and have been covered in a pretty floral fabric which compliments the chairs.
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fig 1. A pair of carved walnut French salon chairs featuring patterned cream upholstery, shell crest carvings, and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Pair of French Carved Walnut Salon Chairs

They are in good condition and are strong and sturdy. There are a few very minor marks on the upholstery but nothing detrimental. There are some signs of age and use and some small marks and knocks around the frames but no major damages and the display beautifully. They have been cleaned and lightly polished and are ready for use.

fig 2. A pair of carved walnut French salon chairs featuring patterned cream upholstery, shell crest carvings, and cabriole legs.
fig 2. Pair of French Carved Walnut Salon Chairs

The chairs stand approximately 39" (99cm) high, 20" (51cm) wide and 18" (46cm) deep. The seats are approximately 17" (43cm) high.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated these Carved Walnut Salon Chairs to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1110973
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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A pair of carved walnut French salon chairs featuring patterned cream upholstery, shell crest carvings, and cabriole legs.
Pair of French Carved Walnut Salon Chairs
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French salon chairs originated in the 18th century during the reign of Louis XV, designed specifically for informal social gatherings in private drawing rooms and salons. They were crafted to provide elegant seating that could be easily moved around a room to encourage conversation.

These chairs are traditionally carved from dense, fine-grained walnut timber, which allowed craftsmen to execute intricate relief carvings. The upholstery historically comprised natural horsehair and webbed stuffing covered in woven silks, damasks, or embroidered fabrics.

Authentic pieces feature asymmetrical curved lines, cabriole legs terminating in scroll or whorl feet, and hand-carved motifs such as shells, foliage, or floral sprays on the crest rail and seat apron. Frame construction typically employs hand-cut mortise and tenon joints held with wooden dowels.

A pair of salon chairs can be styled as accent seating in a living room flanking a fireplace, placed opposite a streamlined modern sofa, or positioned in a bedroom corner or hallway. The contrast between ornate carved wood and contemporary minimalist architecture creates an engaging visual balance.

Timber frames should be dusted regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and nourished annually with a high-grade beeswax polish. Fabric upholstery requires gentle vacuuming with a brush attachment and prompt spot-cleaning with appropriate textile cleaners, keeping the chairs away from direct heat sources and harsh sunlight.
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