French Empire Mahogany Armchair 19th Century

Name: French Empire Mahogany & Gilt Bronze Mounted Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1218919
Price: 1850 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An upholstered French Empire style mahogany armchair featuring gilt bronze mounts, a channelled backrest, cream fabric, and brass castors.

French Empire Mahogany & Gilt Bronze Mounted Chair

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleFrench Empire
MaterialMahogany, Ormolu, Fabric, Brass
ColourDark Brown and Cream
MotifsOrmolu mounts, Shell cresting, Channelled backrest, Brass castors

This French Empire armchair from 1870 is constructed from dark brown mahogany with gilt bronze mounts and brass castors. The piece features a heart-shaped backrest with channelled cream patterned fabric upholstery, scroll-shaped arms, and shaped legs adorned with gilt accents and a carved shell cresting at the top of the back. Brass castors are fitted to the base of the legs for mobility. Suitable for use as an occasional or reading chair, the armchair fits well in a living room, study, or bedroom setting. The measurements are 74 cm wide, 66 cm deep, and 94 cm high, with a seat height of 38 cm.

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French Empire seating developed during the early nineteenth century under Napoleon Bonaparte, characterised by classical Roman and Egyptian influences, dark polished timbers, symmetrical silhouettes, and ornate gilt bronze mounts.

These armchairs typically feature primary frames crafted from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, accented with finely cast gilt bronze (ormolu) fittings, brass castors, and silk or damask upholstery.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy hand-carved mahogany framing, hand-chased mercury-gilded bronze mounts, traditional joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetails, and period-appropriate wear along the base and castors.

A French Empire armchair serves as a focal statement piece when positioned alongside minimalist modern upholstery, neutral colour palettes, contemporary art, and polished stone or wood flooring.

Dust mahogany frames using a soft microfiber cloth and apply beeswax periodically; clean gilt bronze mounts using a dry soft brush without aggressive chemical cleaners that strip gilding.

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French Empire Mahogany & Gilt Bronze Mounted Chair

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