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Pair of Aubusson Covered Late 18th Century Louis XV Style Armchairs.
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Pair of Aubusson Covered Late 18th Century Louis XV Style Armchairs.

18th century
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A pair of wonderfully romantic small French Louis XV style chairs with elegant, fluid lines Their frames crafted from polished hardwood (likely walnut or fruitwood) featuring a curved cabriole leg design that tapers down beautifully.

Subtle, ornate floral or scroll carvings accent the top center of the backrests and the front apron just beneath the seats.

The chairs feature animal and pastoral themed Aubusson tapestry which is fixed with classic trim along the edges. The backrests depict charming, pastoral or pictorial narrative scenes.

One prominently features a large cockerel and a cat in a rustic, outdoor setting. Another features a deer. The seats and the small padded rests on the armchairs (manchettes) are also upholstered in a coordinating dense floral and foliage pattern, pulling together muted tones of beige, green, blue, and deep red.

Firm of joint and seat but with love warn tapestry upholstery, they are the perfect small seating solution for those who would love a slice of rustic European charm in their interior

Each chair: 88cm x 60cm x 58cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

The English Interior has dated these Louis XV Aubusson Armchairs to the 18th Century.

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SA1237045
Description
A pair of wonderfully romantic small French Louis XV style chairs with elegant, fluid lines Their frames crafted from polished hardwood (likely walnut or fruitwood) featuring a curved cabriole leg design that tapers down beautifully.
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Subtle, ornate floral or scroll carvings accent the top center of the backrests and the front apron just beneath the seats.
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fig 1. A pair of French Louis XV style armchairs featuring carved walnut frames and original Aubusson tapestry upholstery.
fig 1. Pair of Aubusson Covered Late 18th Century Louis XV Style Armchairs.

The chairs feature animal and pastoral themed Aubusson tapestry which is fixed with classic trim along the edges. The backrests depict charming, pastoral or pictorial narrative scenes.

One prominently features a large cockerel and a cat in a rustic, outdoor setting. Another features a deer. The seats and the small padded rests on the armchairs (manchettes) are also upholstered in a coordinating dense floral and foliage pattern, pulling together muted tones of beige, green, blue, and deep red.

fig 2. A pair of French Louis XV style armchairs featuring carved walnut frames and original Aubusson tapestry upholstery.
fig 2. Pair of Aubusson Covered Late 18th Century Louis XV Style Armchairs.

Firm of joint and seat but with love warn tapestry upholstery, they are the perfect small seating solution for those who would love a slice of rustic European charm in their interior

Each chair: 88cm x 60cm x 58cm

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

The English Interior has dated these Louis XV Aubusson Armchairs to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237045
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Kirkgate
Tadcaster
North Yorkshire
LS24 9AD
United Kingdom

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A pair of French Louis XV style armchairs featuring carved walnut frames and original Aubusson tapestry upholstery.
PAIR OF AUBUSSON COVERED LATE 18TH CENTURY LOUIS XV STYLE ARMCHAIRS.
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A pair of French Louis XV style armchairs featuring carved walnut frames and original Aubusson tapestry upholstery.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleLouis XV
  • MaterialWalnut, Wool Tapestry
  • ColourWarm Brown, Multicolour
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Aubusson tapestry upholstery, Carved floral crests, Open padded arms
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

Louis XV armchairs, commonly referred to as fauteuils, are defined by serpentine curved frames, cabriole legs, carved floral cresting, and padded open armrests. Originating in 18th-century France, they marked a transition toward comfortable, informal seating for conversational salon settings.

These armchairs typically feature hand-carved hardwood frames crafted from walnut, beech, or oak, assembled with traditional joinery. The upholstery consists of wool or silk Aubusson woven tapestry depicting pastoral scenes or foliage, secured with gimp trimming or brass studs.

Authentic period armchairs show evidence of hand-carved wood frame details with slight asymmetries, hand-cut pegged joinery, and natural age-related surface wear. Original tapestry upholstery exhibits hand-spun yarn on the reverse and subtle wool oxidisation.

Positioning a pair of tapestry fauteuils alongside a minimalist modern sofa creates architectural interest through contrasting textures and historical eras. They function effectively as accent seating in formal living rooms, quiet reading alcoves, or wide hallways.

Position upholstered antique seating away from direct sunlight to prevent textile fading and fiber degradation. Clean textiles gently with a low-suction vacuum using a soft brush attachment, and condition the exposed timber frames with natural beeswax polish.
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