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Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs
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Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

19th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Indulge in the opulence of the past with this exquisite antique 19th century French armchair / hall chair, resplendently gilded and adorned with timeless elegance. Dating back to the period between 1820 and 1860, this chair is a stunning testament to French craftsmanship and style.

Gilded to perfection, this chair exudes grandeur and sophistication, making it a striking addition to any room. The cabriole legs, enhanced with casters, not only add to its aesthetic appeal but also offer practical mobility, allowing you to effortlessly reposition the chair as needed.

Adorned with off-white upholstery featuring a delicate pattern, this chair exudes refinement and charm. In good condition overall, it promises both comfort and style for years to come.

The chair is beautifully decorated with various mouldings, showcasing intricate detailing that speaks to its quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Whether used as a statement piece in a living room or as an elegant accent in a hallway, this antique French chair promises to elevate your space with its timeless allure and undeniable charm. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history and add a touch of French sophistication to your home decor.

Product Reference : AF - 3330

Measurements : 51cm (20") Width x 46cm (18") Seat Depth x 112.5cm (44½") Height [ 39cm (15½") Seat Height ]

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112.5cm (44.29")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this French Giltwood Hall Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237511
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3330
Description
Indulge in the opulence of the past with this exquisite antique 19th century French armchair / hall chair, resplendently gilded and adorned with timeless elegance.
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Dating back to the period between 1820 and 1860, this chair is a stunning testament to French craftsmanship and style.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

Gilded to perfection, this chair exudes grandeur and sophistication, making it a striking addition to any room. The cabriole legs, enhanced with casters, not only add to its aesthetic appeal but also offer practical mobility, allowing you to effortlessly reposition the chair as needed.

fig 2. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

Adorned with off-white upholstery featuring a delicate pattern, this chair exudes refinement and charm. In good condition overall, it promises both comfort and style for years to come.

The chair is beautifully decorated with various mouldings, showcasing intricate detailing that speaks to its quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

fig 3. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 3. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

Whether used as a statement piece in a living room or as an elegant accent in a hallway, this antique French chair promises to elevate your space with its timeless allure and undeniable charm. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history and add a touch of French sophistication to your home decor.

fig 4. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 4. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

Product Reference : AF - 3330

Measurements : 51cm (20") Width x 46cm (18") Seat Depth x 112.5cm (44½") Height [ 39cm (15½") Seat Height ]

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 5. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 5. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 6. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 7. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 7. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 8. An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
fig 8. Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
112.5cm (44.29")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this French Giltwood Hall Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237511
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3330
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Worcestershire
WR6 5JE
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An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
Antique 19th Century French Gilded Hall Chair | Cabriole Legs
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An antique 19th-century French giltwood hall chair featuring a high upholstered backrest, ornate scroll carving, cabriole legs, and brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectHall Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo Revival
  • MaterialGiltwood, Damask Upholstery, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Carved cresting, High backrest, Brass castors
  • SizeH 112.5 cm (44 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This 19th-century French Rococo Revival hall chair is made from giltwood with damask upholstery and brass castors. The piece is finished in a bright gold colour with off-white fabric carrying a delicate grey damask pattern. It stands on cabriole legs terminating in small brass castors and features a high, waisted backrest topped with ornate scroll carving and elaborate cresting. Various intricate mouldings decorate the wooden frame, and the exposed gilding shows surface wear consistent with age and handling. Measuring 112.5 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 46 cm deep, the chair has a seat height of 39 cm. In a modern interior, the chair functions as a decorative statement piece in a living room or as an elegant accent chair positioned in a hallway. It provides both a seating option and a distinct visual element rooted in French chateau style, bringing period character to domestic spaces.

FAQs

The French Rococo Revival style is characterised by elaborate s-scrolls, c-scrolls, floral carving, cabriole legs, and gilded timber finishes. Originating in the mid-19th century under Napoleon III and inspired by Louis XV designs, this style emphasised lightness, curvature, and decorative surface ornamentation.

Giltwood furniture was typically crafted from carved hardwoods such as beech or walnut, coated with a layer of gesso, and finished using water gilding or oil gilding with genuine gold leaf. Seats were commonly webbed, hand-sprung, and upholstered in silk brocade, velvet, or floral damask fabrics.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand-carving with subtle irregularities, traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, and natural wear or cracking to the gesso substrate. Age-appropriate oxidation on gilding and original brass ceramic castors on lower legs also indicate period construction.

A French gilded hall chair functions as a focal accent piece when placed in an entryway, dressing room, or alongside a modern console table. Combining the ornate gilded frame with contemporary minimalism creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and modern design.

Giltwood surfaces should be gently dusted with a soft, dry feather duster or dry microfiber cloth. Avoid water, commercial polishes, or liquid cleaners, as moisture can dissolve the underlying gesso layer and lift the gold leaf.
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