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Set of Four 19th Century French Gilded Chairs
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Set of Four 19th Century French Gilded Chairs

19th century
Description

A very pretty set of four gilded chairs dating around 1890.

Typically French in style and in good general order.

The upholstery is in good condition with small signs of use. The braiding has been recently replaced .

These chairs have many uses as hall chairs. Bedroom chairs Dining chairs etc

Inspection and or collection welcome here in Domerset. For delivery please ask for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

James Ribbons Antiques has dated these French Gilded Side Chairs to the 1890s.

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SA1209327
Description
A very pretty set of four gilded chairs dating around 1890.

Typically French in style and in good general order.

The upholstery is in good condition with small signs of use. The braiding has been recently replaced .

These chairs have many uses as hall chairs. Bedroom chairs Dining chairs etc

Inspection and or collection welcome here in Domerset. For delivery please ask for a quote.

Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated these French Gilded Side Chairs to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209327
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the James Ribbons Antiques Profile Page

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A set of four 19th-century French Louis XVI style side chairs featuring carved gilded wooden frames with oval medallion backs and beige velvet upholstery.
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Archive I A set of four 19th-century French Louis XVI style side chairs featuring carved gilded wooden frames with oval medallion backs and beige velvet upholstery.

Set of Four 19th Century French Gilded Chairs

Archive II A set of four 19th-century French Louis XVI style side chairs featuring carved gilded wooden frames with oval medallion backs and beige velvet upholstery. View II
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Archive IV A set of four 19th-century French Louis XVI style side chairs featuring carved gilded wooden frames with oval medallion backs and beige velvet upholstery. View IV
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James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jamesribbons
Verified Since Jan 2012
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James Ribbons Antiques
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A set of four 19th-century French Louis XVI style side chairs featuring carved gilded wooden frames with oval medallion backs and beige velvet upholstery.
Set of Four 19th Century French Gilded Chairs
Ref: SA1209327
A set of four 19th-century French Louis XVI style side chairs featuring carved gilded wooden frames with oval medallion backs and beige velvet upholstery.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSide Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XVI Style
  • MaterialGiltwood, Velvet, Timber
  • ColourGold, Beige
  • MotifsOval medallion back, Tapered fluted legs, Carved frame moulding, Rosette corner blocks
  • SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

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Louis XVI style chairs feature symmetrical, Neoclassical proportions inspired by Greco-Roman design. Key elements include oval medallion or rectangular backs, straight tapered fluted legs, and carved decorative motifs such as ribbon twist moulding and acanthus leaf details.

These chairs were carved from hardwoods such as beech or walnut before being coated with gesso, a smooth plaster mixture. Gold leaf was then applied using traditional water gilding techniques over hand-carved joinery.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display natural wear and oxidisation to the gold leaf finish, often revealing the red or grey clay bole beneath. Additional indicators include hand-planed frame edges, pegged mortise and tenon joints, and traditional webbing upholstery.

Gilded side chairs can be paired with a clean-lined modern dining table to create visual contrast, or placed individually as accent seating in a hallway or dressing space. Neutral upholstery allows the gilded frame to integrate seamlessly into contemporary colour schemes.

Dust giltwood frames gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding water and liquid chemical cleaners which dissolve water gilding. Keep the chairs away from damp environments and direct heat sources to prevent the gesso substrate from cracking.
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