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Pair of Small Napoleon III Tub Chairs with Ebonised Frame
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Pair of Small Napoleon III Tub Chairs with Ebonised Frame

19th century
Sold 1 February 2025 · TallBoy Interiors
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These are a very elegant pair of French Napoleon III armchairs. The design is beautiful with the thin ebonised show wood outer frame. Ideal corner of room chairs or bedroom seating.

Measurements Height 80cm Width 65cm Depth 66cm Depth of seat 45cm Height of seat 45cm

(On my website) If you would like these chairs upholstered please click yes in the upholstery drop down menu. These would require 8 metres of material (4m per chair). You can supply your own or please get in touch and we will send you the list of fabric companies we work with.

All my armchairs have been fully restored, springs, legs, padding etc so these will stand the test of time even if used everyday.

Price includes UK mainland delivery

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated these Napoleon III Tub Chairs to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
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SA1112333
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SKU00002156
Description
These are a very elegant pair of French Napoleon III armchairs. The design is beautiful with the thin ebonised show wood outer frame. Ideal corner of room chairs or bedroom seating.

Measurements Height 80cm Width 65cm Depth 66cm Depth of seat 45cm Height of seat 45cm

“
(On my website) If you would like these chairs upholstered please click yes in the upholstery drop down menu.
TallBoy Interiors

These would require 8 metres of material (4m per chair). You can supply your own or please get in touch and we will send you the list of fabric companies we work with.

All my armchairs have been fully restored, springs, legs, padding etc so these will stand the test of time even if used everyday.

Price includes UK mainland delivery

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated these Napoleon III Tub Chairs to the 19th Century.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1112333
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002156
TallBoy Interiors
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A pair of antique Napoleon III tub chairs featuring curved upholstered backs in cream fabric and ebonised wooden frames with cabriole legs on castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Pair of Small Napoleon III Tub Chairs with Ebonised Frame

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A pair of antique Napoleon III tub chairs featuring curved upholstered backs in cream fabric and ebonised wooden frames with cabriole legs on castors.
Pair of small Napoleon III tub chairs with ebonised frame
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A pair of antique Napoleon III tub chairs featuring curved upholstered backs in cream fabric and ebonised wooden frames with cabriole legs on castors.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNapoleon III
  • MaterialBeech, Fabric, Brass
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsCurved tub back, Ebonised frame, Cabriole legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

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The Napoleon III style, also known as Second Empire, flourished in France during the reign of Emperor Napoleon III from 1852 to 1870. It was characterised by an eclectic revival of historic designs, particularly drawing inspiration from Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI periods, alongside innovative uses of ebonised wood and comfortable upholstered forms.

These chairs typically feature frames constructed from dense hardwoods like beech or walnut, often treated with an ebonised finish to mimic expensive ebony. Traditional construction involved hand-tied coil springs, horsehair stuffing, webbed foundations, and meticulous hand-tacked upholstery secured with brass studding.

Authenticity is determined by examining the joinery, frame materials, and traditional upholstery techniques. Genuine pieces from the era feature hand-cut joints, heavy ebonising that shows natural age-related wear, traditional horsehair or organic stuffing, and hand-forged or early machine-made tacks rather than modern staples.

These pieces work effectively as statement seating in modern settings by contrasting their ornate, curved silhouettes against minimalist architectural backdrops. Pairing them with contemporary textiles or neutral tones allows the historic ebonised frames and distinctive shapes to serve as focal points.

Preservation requires keeping the chairs away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the ebonised finish and vintage fabrics from fading or drying out. Regular gentle dusting of the wooden frame with a dry cloth and professional specialist cleaning for the upholstery will maintain the items condition.
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