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Pair of 20th Century French Empire Library Armchairs
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Pair of 20th Century French Empire Library Armchairs

1900 - 1920
Description

A Pair of Empire Library Armchairs in mahogany with dark leather seats and back. Featuring winged beasts and lions paw feet.

The seat height is 44cm

The seat depth is 50cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Michael Youll Antiques has dated these French Empire Leather Armchairs to the 1910s.

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SA1212744
Description
A Pair of Empire Library Armchairs in mahogany with dark leather seats and back. Featuring winged beasts and lions paw feet.

The seat height is 44cm

The seat depth is 50cm

Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Youll Antiques has dated these French Empire Leather Armchairs to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1212744
Michael Youll Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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A pair of twentieth-century French Empire style armchairs featuring carved mahogany frames, dark brown leather upholstery, and brass stud trim.
Pair of 20th Century French Empire Library Armchairs
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A pair of twentieth-century French Empire style armchairs featuring carved mahogany frames, dark brown leather upholstery, and brass stud trim.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved arm terminals, Claw feet, Brass studding, Flame mahogany veneer
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This pair of twentieth-century French Empire library armchairs brings classic refinement to a home office, study, or reading corner. Each armchair is constructed from mahogany with a striking flame mahogany veneer across the top rail, paired with dark brown leather upholstery on the padded backrest and seat. Brass studding traces the edges of the leather panels on both chairs. The wooden armrests terminate in carved winged beast figures, while the front legs end in carved lion paws. These armchairs stand 95 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 55 cm deep, with a seat height of 44 cm and a seat depth of 50 cm. They suit a traditional gentleman's library, study, or formal seating arrangement in a living room.

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French Empire style seating emerged during Napoleons reign, drawing direct inspiration from ancient Roman, Greek, and Egyptian archaeology. Furniture from this movement features bold architectural lines, symmetrical forms, dark timber veneers such as mahogany, and classical decorative carvings including animal paw feet, carved arm terminals, and gilt mounts.

Empire chairs were predominantly constructed using flame mahogany veneer over solid hardwood frames. Upholstery traditionally consisted of leather, silk damask, or velvet, often secured with decorative brass studding or brass tacks along the seat and backrest rails.

Authentic pieces and quality revival examples showcase heavy, rigid frame construction, highly figured flame mahogany veneers, and hand-carved arm supports resembling figures, animal heads, or scrolled foliage. Look for joinery such as hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, as well as period-appropriate brass tacking.

Empire armchairs function well as accent seating in a home library, study, or formal living room alongside minimalist contemporary desks or neutral stone hearths. The dark leather and structured timber frames create a strong visual focal point when paired with understated lighting and geometric architectural elements.

Keep timber surfaces clean using a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax periodically to preserve the patina and moisture in the wood. Leather upholstery should be kept away from direct heat sources and treated with a dedicated leather conditioner to prevent drying and cracking over time.
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