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Pair of 19th Century French Carved & Painted Fauteuils in Louis Xvi Taste
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Pair of 19th Century French Carved & Painted Fauteuils in Louis Xvi Taste

19th century
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Description

Pair of 19th Century French fauteils in Louis XVI style, the carved white painted frames with oval backs and sprung seats upholstered in a deep crimson cut velvet with nailed borders.

In excellent condition with sturdy frames and clean upholstery.

93cm high, 60cm wide max, the seats 50cm deep and 41cm high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated these Louis Xvi Painted Fauteuils to the 19th Century.

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SA1196512
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SKU00001031
Description
Pair of 19th Century French fauteils in Louis XVI style, the carved white painted frames with oval backs and sprung seats upholstered in a deep crimson cut velvet with nailed borders.

In excellent condition with sturdy frames and clean upholstery.

93cm high, 60cm wide max, the seats 50cm deep and 41cm high.

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated these Louis Xvi Painted Fauteuils to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196512
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00001031
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Decorative antiques & interiors

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A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery.
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Archive I A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery.

Pair of 19th Century French Carved & Painted Fauteuils in Louis Xvi Taste

Archive II A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery. View II
Archive III A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery. View III
Archive IV A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery. View IV
Archive V A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery. View V
Archive VI A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery. View VI
Archive VII A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery. View VII
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34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
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A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery.
Pair of 19th Century French Carved & Painted Fauteuils in Louis XVI Taste
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A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style open armchairs with distressed white painted frames, oval backrests, fluted legs, and patterned burgundy velvet upholstery.
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The Louis XVI style emerged in the late 18th century, drawing inspiration from classical antiquity. Key characteristics include geometric lines, oval or rectangular backrests, exposed timber frames, and straight, tapered fluted legs.

Frames were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as beechwood or walnut, often carved by hand. Surfaces were frequently painted, gilt, or left natural, while seating was upholstered with horsehair padding and fabrics like velvet, silk, or tapestry.

Authentic period pieces feature traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon joints held with wooden pegs. Look for natural wear on carved relief areas, uneven hand-carving details, and multiple historic layers of paint or patina.

These open armchairs function well as statement accent seating, placed in pairs flanking a fireplace or console table. The classical proportions create a deliberate architectural contrast when paired with contemporary art and minimal minimalist furnishings.

Clean fabric surfaces gently with a soft brush attachment on a low-suction vacuum cleaner. Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and damp environments to prevent timber movement, flaking paint, or frame joint separation.
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