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Pair of Square Sided Napoleon III Armchairs
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Pair of Square Sided Napoleon III Armchairs

19th century
Description

These are a rare pair of Napoleon III armchairs. With their bold contemporary design these will sit well in a huge number of interiors. These are a neat size, remaining practical without taking over a space. Great tall legs as well.

Measurements Height 75cm Width 69cm Depth 70cm Depth of seat 47cm Height of seat 40cm

(On our website) If you would like these chairs upholstered please click yes in the upholstery menu. These would require 8 metres of material (4m per chair). You can supply your own or please get in touch and we will send you the list of fabric companies we work with.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Declaration

TallBoy Interiors has dated these Pair Napoleon III Armchairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1235249
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SKU00002970
Description
These are a rare pair of Napoleon III armchairs. With their bold contemporary design these will sit well in a huge number of interiors. These are a neat size, remaining practical without taking over a space. Great tall legs as well.
fig 1. A pair of 19th-century French Napoleon III armchairs with square sides, neutral striped seat upholstery, and turned front legs on brass castors.
fig 1. Pair of Square Sided Napoleon III Armchairs

Measurements Height 75cm Width 69cm Depth 70cm Depth of seat 47cm Height of seat 40cm

(On our website) If you would like these chairs upholstered please click yes in the upholstery menu. These would require 8 metres of material (4m per chair).

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You can supply your own or please get in touch and we will send you the list of fabric companies we work with.
TallBoy Interiors
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated these Pair Napoleon III Armchairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235249
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002970
TallBoy Interiors
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2021
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Pair of Square Sided Napoleon III Armchairs

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A pair of 19th-century French Napoleon III armchairs with square sides, neutral striped seat upholstery, and turned front legs on brass castors.
Pair of square sided Napoleon III armchairs
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A pair of 19th-century French Napoleon III armchairs with square sides, neutral striped seat upholstery, and turned front legs on brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNapoleon III
  • MaterialWood, Hessian, Textile, Brass
  • ColourBeige, Neutral, Dark Brown
  • MotifsSquare sides, Turned front legs, Brass castors, Low profile
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 70 cm (28 in)

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Napoleon III furniture originated in France during the Second Empire era of 1852 to 1870, characterised by eclectic historical revivals, low-slung profiles, and heavily upholstered frames designed for comfortable salon lounging.

These chairs typically feature solid hardwood or fruitwood internal frames, turned or ebonised legs fitted with brass castors, traditional coil springs, horsehair filling, and heavy canvas or woven hessian linings.

Authentic period pieces exhibit traditional joinery, hand-turned front legs, brass castors frequently stamped with French foundry marks, low seating proportions, and evidence of hand-stitched webbing and hand-laced springs.

A pair of low-profile French armchairs can be positioned opposite a contemporary sofa or adjacent to a fireplace, establishing a dialogue between historic silhouettes and modern architectural lines.

Keep timber frames away from direct heat sources to prevent shrinkage, clean fabric gently using a soft brush vacuum attachment, and periodically check brass castors to ensure smooth operation without damaging floor surfaces.
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