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Pair of Napoleon III Gilded Armchairs
Merchant House Antiques
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Pair of Napoleon III Gilded Armchairs

19th century
Description

Great decorative pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III gilded armchairs.

Good sturdy frames with the original castors (some showing signs of wear). Would look fab with contemporary upholstery.

Circa 1870

H

: 104 cm (40 15/16")

W

: 81 cm (31 7/8")

D

: 81 cm (31 7/8")

Declaration

Merchant House Antiques has dated these Napoleon III Giltwood Armchairs to the 1870s.

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SA1186923
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Mha008/3112/5022
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Description
Great decorative pair of 19th Century French Napoleon III gilded armchairs.

Good sturdy frames with the original castors (some showing signs of wear). Would look fab with contemporary upholstery.

Circa 1870

H

: 104 cm (40 15/16")

W

: 81 cm (31 7/8")

D

: 81 cm (31 7/8")

Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated these Napoleon III Giltwood Armchairs to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1186923
Dealers Internal Ref
Mha008/3112/5022
Merchant House Antiques
Merchant House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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A pair of 19th-century French Napoleon III giltwood armchairs upholstered in taupe velvet with carved floral crests and cabriole legs.
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A pair of 19th-century French Napoleon III giltwood armchairs upholstered in taupe velvet with carved floral crests and cabriole legs.
Pair of Napoleon III gilded armchairs
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A pair of 19th-century French Napoleon III giltwood armchairs upholstered in taupe velvet with carved floral crests and cabriole legs.
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Napoleon III furniture originated in France during the Second Empire (18521870). The style is known for eclectic revivals of earlier French designs, particularly Louis XV and Louis XVI periods, featuring elaborate leaf gilding, rich fabric upholstery, and expressive carved scrollwork.

These frames were typically crafted from hardwoods such as beech or walnut, which provided a stable base for detailed hand-carving. The timber was prepared with gesso and red bole before gold leaf application, while seats used traditional horsehair stuffing and coil springs.

Authentic pieces display natural wear to the gold leaf, often revealing the reddish clay bole underneath, particularly on raised carvings. Examine the underside for period construction techniques, including hand-carved frame joins, original brass castors, and aged wood patination.

Positioning ornate giltwood seating alongside modern minimalist architecture creates a strong visual contrast. Pair these armchairs with simple linen drapery, clean-lined side tables, or neutral contemporary art to highlight their detailed profile without overwhelming the space.

Dust giltwood frames gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding water or chemical sprays that can lift gold leaf. Vacuum velvet upholstery using a low-suction brush attachment and address fabric stains using professional dry cleaning methods.
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