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Pair of English Gilt Arm Chairs
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Pair of English Gilt Arm Chairs

19th century
Description

A lovely pair of late Regency giltwood open arm chairs. Original water gilt. The back panels are covered in an aubergine silk velvet. The seats are new upholstered using the traditional method. The frames are solid and in sound condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated these Giltwood Open Armchairs to the Regency era.

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SA1121536
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Description
A lovely pair of late Regency giltwood open arm chairs. Original water gilt. The back panels are covered in an aubergine silk velvet. The seats are new upholstered using the traditional method. The frames are solid and in sound condition.
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated these Giltwood Open Armchairs to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121536
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

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Telephone 01777 871 080 or 07850 463 173
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Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
United Kingdom
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A pair of giltwood armchairs featuring carved frames, fluted legs, purple velvet backrests, and botanical patterned fabric upholstery.
Pair of English gilt arm chairs
Ref: SA1121536
A pair of giltwood armchairs featuring carved frames, fluted legs, purple velvet backrests, and botanical patterned fabric upholstery.
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Giltwood armchairs became prominent in European courtly interiors during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, notably in France and England. Crafted from carved timber coated in plaster and gold leaf, these seating pieces were designed for formal reception rooms and drawing rooms to reflect light and display status.

Traditional construction involves a hand-carved hardwood or softwood frame coated with layers of gesso. Gold leaf is applied using water gilding or oil gilding techniques, while the seat structure typically incorporates coil springs, jute webbing, and natural fillings beneath fabric or velvet upholstery.

Authentic period pieces often show red or yellow clay bole beneath areas where the gold leaf has worn naturally over time. Construction indicators include hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, carved details that retain slight irregularities, and evidence of historical re-upholstery or frame repairs.

Giltwood armchairs can be incorporated into modern spaces as accent seating paired with neutral contemporary sofas or modern art. Placing a pair opposite a clean-lined fireplace or within a minimalist living room creates a focal contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern architecture.

Giltwood frames should be dusted gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or feather duster without chemical cleaners or water, which can dissolve the gesso substrate. Upholstery requires light vacuuming with a brush attachment, and items should be kept away from direct heat sources and high humidity.
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