Sold 28 May 2025 · Hand of Glory

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Description

A 19th Century French Louis XVI Style giltwood boudoir chair, with oval back, carved frame and sprung seat raised on channel moulded suppports, with original tapestry upholstery.

Structurally the chair and seat is fine, however the gilding is very worn and the cresting to the top-rail has losses.

Physical Dimensions

Height

73cm (28.74")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

47cm (18.50")

Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Louis XVI Boudoir Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1122282

Dealers Internal Reference

SKU00000777

Description

A 19th Century French Louis XVI Style giltwood boudoir chair, with oval back, carved frame and sprung seat raised on channel moulded suppports, with original tapestry upholstery.

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Structurally the chair and seat is fine, however the gilding is very worn and the cresting to the top-rail has losses.

Hand of Glory

Physical Dimensions

Height

73cm (28.74")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

47cm (18.50")

Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Louis XVI Boudoir Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1122282

Dealers Internal Ref

SKU00000777

About the Dealer

Hand of Glory

Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom

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Antique French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Boudoir Chair

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectAccent Chairs
Period19th century
StyleLouis XVI
MaterialGiltwood, Beech, Textile
ColourGold
MotifsCarved acanthus leaves, Fluted legs, Oval backrest, Floral tapestry upholstery
SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Louis XVI style is characterised by a return to classical symmetry, straight lines, fluted columns, and neoclassical motifs, moving away from the preceding excessive curves of the Rococo period.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as beech or oak, which were then layered with gesso, hand-gilded with gold leaf, and traditionally upholstered over webbed frames.

Authentic pieces often exhibit hand-carved detailing, historical joinery methods such as mortise and tenon, natural wear to the gold leaf revealing the red gesso base underneath, and hand-woven textile upholstery.

Positioning the chair as a standalone accent piece against minimalist walls or alongside contemporary furnishings creates a striking contrast that highlights its historical craftsmanship.

Maintain giltwood by gently dusting with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding chemical cleaning agents, and protecting delicate textiles from direct sunlight to prevent fading and fibre degradation.