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Pair of Large Art Nouveau Chairs
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Pair of Large Art Nouveau Chairs

1900 - 1920
Description

A magnificent pair of Art Nouveau chairs. Ideal for a large hall or dining room.

The chairs stand strong and robust and the leather seats and backs are in good useable condition.

Our photos hardly show the scale of these chairs . They are truly impressive.

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

James Ribbons Antiques has dated these Art Nouveau Oak Armchairs to the 1900s.

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SA1201591
Description
A magnificent pair of Art Nouveau chairs. Ideal for a large hall or dining room.

The chairs stand strong and robust and the leather seats and backs are in good useable condition.

Our photos hardly show the scale of these chairs . They are truly impressive.

Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated these Art Nouveau Oak Armchairs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201591
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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A pair of high-backed carved dark oak armchairs featuring red upholstered seats and matching oval back cushions.
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Pair of Large Art Nouveau Chairs

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Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jan 2012
Items For Sale 66
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James Ribbons Antiques
Verified Since Jan 2012
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Location: Chilli Cottage, 3 Kirkham Street, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NW, United Kingdom
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A pair of high-backed carved dark oak armchairs featuring red upholstered seats and matching oval back cushions.
Pair of large Art Nouveau Chairs
Ref: SA1201591
A pair of high-backed carved dark oak armchairs featuring red upholstered seats and matching oval back cushions.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialOak, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown, Red
  • MotifsCarved cresting pediment, Padded scroll arms, Openwork back splat, Studded upholstery
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

Art Nouveau seating is defined by organic, flowing lines, whiplash curves, and decorative hand-carved motifs inspired by nature. Produced predominantly between 1890 and 1910, these pieces blend functional woodwork with sculptural, artistic forms.

High-back armchairs from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries were typically constructed using durable hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut. Upholstery frequently featured natural leather, heavy velvet, or needlepoint fabrics secured with brass studding.

Authenticity can be determined by examining joinery techniques, such as traditional mortise and tenon joints, as well as hand-planed surfaces or irregular carving details. Genuine period timber displays natural patination, subtle shrinkage along the grain, and age-consistent wear on stretchers and armrests.

Large carved armchairs serve effectively as accent pieces in modern interiors. Position them flanking a console table in a wide hallway, placed beside a fireplace hearth, or arranged at either end of a contemporary dining table to create visual contrast.

Oak timber should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and conditioned annually with natural beeswax polish. Upholstered leather components require gentle cleaning with a damp cloth and routine application of a dedicated leather balm to prevent drying and cracking.
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