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Pair of French Chairs
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Pair of French Chairs

19th century
Description

A very good quality pair of French carved mahogany and leather upholstered library arm chairs the arms have carved figure supports to the front, Seat measures width 54 cm depth 56cm inside arms

Date of Manufacture

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated these French Red Leather Armchairs to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
69cm (27.17")
Reference Numbers
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SA1212678
Dealers Internal Reference
SA3285
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Description
A very good quality pair of French carved mahogany and leather upholstered library arm chairs the arms have carved figure supports to the front, Seat measures width 54 cm depth 56cm inside arms
Date of Manufacture

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated these French Red Leather Armchairs to the 1860s.

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
69cm (27.17")
Reference Numbers
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SA1212678
Dealers Internal Ref
SA3285
Carradale Farm Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010
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Carradale Farm Antiques
Telephone 01392 447082
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The Antiques Complex
The Crane Depot
Adj. Exeter Airport
Clyst Honiton
Exeter
Devon
EX5 2ll
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/carradale
Verified Since Feb 2010
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A pair of French armchairs upholstered in red leather with dark carved wood frames featuring cherub figures on the arm supports.
Pair of French chairs
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Renaissance Revival
  • MaterialLeather, Wood, Metal
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsCarved cherub supports, Turned fluted legs, Beaded frame border, Brass casters
  • SizeH 107 cm (42 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 69 cm (27 in)

This pair of 1860 French Renaissance Revival library armchairs originates from France and showcases a mahogany frame combined with red leather upholstery. The design incorporates carved cherub figures on the arm supports, turned fluted legs finished with brass casters, and a beaded frame border. The wood displays a dark finish, while the upholstery exhibits natural creases and signs of age across the cushions and backrests. Each chair measures 107 cm high, 70 cm wide, and 69 cm deep, providing comfortable seating. These armchairs suit a gentleman's library, a study, a formal living room, or a traditional reading corner. They offer functional seating and decorative presence when placed around a fireplace or beside a desk. The combination of carved wooden details and leather upholstery brings period character and substantial seating comfort to a traditional interior scheme.

FAQs

Leather requires periodic treatment with a specialist wax or conditioner to preserve flexibility and prevent cracking. Carved wooden frames should be dusted with a dry, soft cloth and polished occasionally with beeswax, keeping the item away from direct heat sources.

Richly coloured leather armchairs add sculptural weight to contemporary living rooms, studies, or libraries. Positioning a pair alongside minimalist modern tables or beneath muted artwork creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display hand-carved joinery details, natural frame wear around armrests and stretchers, and brass castors affixed to turned feet. Original leather features age-consistent patination, hand-stitched seams, and individual brass tacking along the borders.

Frame construction from this period typically incorporates dense hardwoods such as walnut, oak, or mahogany to facilitate intricate hand carving. Upholstery relies on natural hide leather or heavy velvet, secured to the frame with brass studding, webbing, and horsehair padding.

French Renaissance Revival seating, prominent in the mid-to-late 19th century, draws architectural inspiration from 16th-century designs. Key features include dark hardwood frames, turned or spiralled legs, relief carvings of mythical or classical figures such as putti and cherubs, and structured upholstery.
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