French Louis XVI Side Chairs 19th Century

Name: A Very Pretty Pair of French Side Chairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1236506
Price: 475 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A pair of French Louis XVI style side chairs with oval cane backs, woven cane seats, distressed painted frames, and turned fluted legs.

A very pretty pair of French side chairs

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ObjectSide Chairs
Period19th century
StyleLouis XVI
MaterialCarved Wood, Cane, Paint
ColourGrey
MotifsOval medallion back, Turned fluted legs, Woven cane seat, Carved rosettes
SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

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Louis XVI style chairs are characterised by Neoclassical design principles, featuring symmetrical proportions, oval medallion or rectangular backrests, woven cane panels, and straight, tapered, fluted legs.

These chairs were historically crafted from carved hardwoods such as beech or oak, fitted with woven natural cane mesh for the seat and back, and often finished with painted or gilded distemper.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved joinery, carved rosette blocks above turned legs, hand-woven cane webbing integrated into carved grooves, and natural surface wear on the painted finishes.

These chairs can be integrated alongside sleek modern dining tables, placed as accent seating in bedrooms or foyers, or used to add organic texture and historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Cane seating should be kept lightly hydrated with an occasional misting or damp cloth to prevent brittleness, while painted wooden frames should be dusted gently using a soft, dry brush.

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