French Giltwood Fauteuil Armchairs 19th Century

Name: Pair of French Open Armchairs / Fauteils
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1181217
Price: 845 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A pair of Louis XVI style French open armchairs featuring carved giltwood frames, fluted legs, and pink damask pattern upholstery.

Pair of french open armchairs / Fauteils

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A fauteuil is an open-armed armchair with an exposed wooden frame, originating in 17th-century France. Unlike the bergere, which features enclosed padded sides, the fauteuil retains open spaces beneath the armrests, creating a lighter visual structure often used in formal salon arrangements.

Traditional construction utilized carved hardwoods such as beech or walnut, which were often gilded with gold leaf or painted in muted grey and cream tones. Upholstery typically consisted of silk damask, brocade, or woven tapestry applied over natural horsehair and coil spring stuffing.

Authentic Neoclassical seating from the Louis XVI period features straight, geometric silhouettes with turned, fluted, or spiral legs tapering towards the base. Look for carved motifs such as corner rosettes, bead moulding, ribbon twists, and Guilloche bands along the wooden frame.

A pair of giltwood fauteuils can be placed opposite a clean-lined contemporary sofa to create balance through contrast. Positioned on either side of a fireplace or fireplace alcove, they function as elegant secondary seating while introducing historical texture to minimalist schemes.

Clean giltwood frames using only a soft, dry microfibre cloth or dry feather duster, avoiding liquids or chemical solvents that could remove water-gilding. Fabric upholstery should be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent colour fading and gently vacuumed with a soft brush attachment.

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Pair of French Open Armchairs / Fauteils

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