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Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Upholstered Armchairs, C1880
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Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Upholstered Armchairs, C1880

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Fine Pair of French 19th-Century Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchairs

A fine pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style library/club bergère armchairs, recently reupholstered in a smart grey linen–cotton blend with a textured woven finish. Each chair features a high square back, closed sides and shaped scrolling arm supports, offering an exceptionally generous and comfortable seat. The backs, sides, armrests and loose seat cushions are all upholstered in the same fabric for a cohesive, tailored look. The beautifully carved solid walnut frames stand on elegant reeded, fluted front legs with swept rear supports. Both armchairs are in superb original structural condition with no repairs, retaining a lovely, untouched walnut colour and patina. Seat height 44 cm.

Elegant yet inviting, these Louis XVI style bergères are ideal as library or reading chairs and would bring a touch of French sophistication to a living room, bedroom or study. Found near Paris, they are a versatile and refined addition to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Height 85cm (33.5in)

Width 77cm (30.3in)

Depth 79cm (31.1in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated these Louis XVI Upholstered Armchairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1213001
Dealers Internal Reference
1511
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Fine Pair of French 19th-Century Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchairs
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A fine pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style library/club bergère armchairs, recently reupholstered in a smart grey linen–cotton blend with a textured woven finish.
Anthony Short Antiques

Each chair features a high square back, closed sides and shaped scrolling arm supports, offering an exceptionally generous and comfortable seat. The backs, sides, armrests and loose seat cushions are all upholstered in the same fabric for a cohesive, tailored look. The beautifully carved solid walnut frames stand on elegant reeded, fluted front legs with swept rear supports. Both armchairs are in superb original structural condition with no repairs, retaining a lovely, untouched walnut colour and patina. Seat height 44 cm.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style armchairs featuring carved wooden frames, fluted legs, and neutral grey woven upholstery.
fig 1. Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Upholstered Armchairs, C1880

Elegant yet inviting, these Louis XVI style bergères are ideal as library or reading chairs and would bring a touch of French sophistication to a living room, bedroom or study. Found near Paris, they are a versatile and refined addition to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Height 85cm (33.5in)

Width 77cm (30.3in)

Depth 79cm (31.1in)

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated these Louis XVI Upholstered Armchairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213001
Dealers Internal Ref
1511
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Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Upholstered Armchairs, C1880

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A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style armchairs featuring carved wooden frames, fluted legs, and neutral grey woven upholstery.
PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY FRENCH LOUIS XVI UPHOLSTERED ARMCHAIRS, C1880
Ref: SA1213001
A pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI style armchairs featuring carved wooden frames, fluted legs, and neutral grey woven upholstery.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XVI Revival
  • MaterialHardwood, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourGrey and Natural Wood
  • MotifsFluted legs, carved rosettes, padded armrests, loose seat cushions
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 77 cm (30 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

This pair of nineteenth-century French Louis XVI style bergère armchairs combines solid walnut frames with textured woven grey linen-cotton upholstery. Each chair has a high square back, closed sides, padded armrests, and a loose seat cushion, supported by reeded fluted front legs with carved rosettes and swept rear supports. The wood displays an untouched natural walnut finish, complemented by the neutral grey tone of the fabric. The chairs measure 85 cm high, 77 cm wide, and 79 cm deep. These armchairs suit placement in a living room, bedroom, or study as library or reading chairs, bringing refined French character to both traditional and contemporary interiors. The design includes shaped scrolling arm supports and structural walnut frames in original condition, offering generous seating for daily use.

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Louis XVI seating is characterised by neoclassical proportions, linear symmetry, and architectural details inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity. Typical features include straight backrests, fluted tapered legs, and carved decorative accents such as rosettes at the leg joints.

Frames were typically crafted from solid hardwoods such as beechwood, oak, or walnut, which were often painted, gilded, or left with a natural carved finish. Structural interiors used traditional upholstery techniques, including coil springs, jute webbing, and horsehair padding.

Look for crisp, hand-carved details such as square rosette blocks at the frame corners, straight fluted legs, mortise-and-tenon joinery, and natural ageing or patination on the timber joints and carved recesses.

These structured armchairs pair well with modern minimalist sofas, glass coffee tables, or neutral linen drapes. Upholstering period frames in contemporary neutral fabrics creates a refined contrast between classical architecture and modern interior styling.

Keep wooden frames clean by dusting with a soft cloth and applying a neutral beeswax paste annually. Upholstery should be gently vacuumed with a soft brush attachment and kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fabric degradation and timber fading.
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