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Beautiful French Gilt Open Armchair C.1900.
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Beautiful French Gilt Open Armchair C.1900.

1900 - 1920
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Beautiful French Gilt Armchair c.1900 traditionally upholstered with a black & white contemporary cover, Maharams exclusive Small Dot Pattern by Charles & Ray Eames 1947.

Shaped arm with acanthus leaf carving & fluted tapered legs.

Gilt in good overall condition with some rubbing to arms & back of frame.

This beautiful chair would sit comfortably in both a traditional or modern eclectic home.

Dimensions:

Width 27 inches (68.5cm) across the legs at the widest point.

Width 25 1/2 inches (65cm) across arms.

Height 40 1/4 inches (102cm)

Depth of Seat 23 inches (59cm)

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Charnwood Antiques has dated this French Gilt Open Armchair to the 1900s.

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Beautiful French Gilt Armchair c.
1900 traditionally upholstered with a black & white contemporary cover, Maharams exclusive Small Dot Pattern by Charles & Ray Eames 1947.
Charnwood Antiques

Shaped arm with acanthus leaf carving & fluted tapered legs.

fig 1. A French giltwood open armchair featuring a rectangular padded backrest, carved fluted legs, and navy blue upholstery with white geometric patterns.
fig 1. Beautiful French Gilt Open Armchair C.1900.

Gilt in good overall condition with some rubbing to arms & back of frame.

This beautiful chair would sit comfortably in both a traditional or modern eclectic home.

Dimensions:

Width 27 inches (68.5cm) across the legs at the widest point.

Width 25 1/2 inches (65cm) across arms.

Height 40 1/4 inches (102cm)

Depth of Seat 23 inches (59cm)

Date of Manufacture

Charnwood Antiques has dated this French Gilt Open Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1221439
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A French giltwood open armchair featuring a rectangular padded backrest, carved fluted legs, and navy blue upholstery with white geometric patterns.
Beautiful French Gilt Open Armchair C.1900.
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A French giltwood open armchair featuring a rectangular padded backrest, carved fluted legs, and navy blue upholstery with white geometric patterns.
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Originating in late 18th-century France under King Louis XVI, this neoclassical style was heavily influenced by the rediscovery of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Characterised by straight lines, geometric symmetry, and classical Greek and Roman ornamentation, the style experienced significant revivals throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries across European workshops.

Traditional French fauteuils were carved from hardwoods such as beech or walnut. The gilding process involved applying layers of gesso and red bole to the timber before applying thin sheets of gold leaf, which were then burnished. Modern or restored examples are often re-upholstered using traditional webbing, coiled springs, and horsehair padding.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved detailing such as crisp fluting, rosette corner blocks, and bead moldings. Evidence of water-gilding often reveals the underlying reddish bole ground through areas of light wear. Structural indicators include traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery secured with wooden dowels.

Integrating an ornate giltwood frame with modern geometric or minimalist fabric upholstery creates a dynamic contrast between classical craft and contemporary textile design. Positioned as a standalone accent chair alongside modern art or neutral architectural features, it acts as a focal point without overwhelming the room.

Giltwood surfaces require gentle handling; avoid liquid cleaners, commercial polishes, or excessive moisture, which can dissolve water-gilding or lifting gesso. Remove dust regularly using a dry, soft camel-hair brush, and clean any textile upholstery with a low-suction vacuum attachment or specialized fabric cleaner.
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