Pair French Painted Armchairs 1900 - 1920

Name: Antique French Pair of Chairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1239913
Price: 1750 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleFrench Louis XVI
MaterialBeech, Paint, Textile
ColourCream and Pale Blue
MotifsFluted tapered legs, Carved rosettes, Padded armrests, Top finials
SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This pair of antique French armchairs dates from 1900 and follows the Louis XVI style. Constructed from beech with an original pale blue and cream painted finish, they display fluted tapered legs, carved rosettes on the frame corners, small top finials, and padded armrests. The upholstered elements are covered in a cream-coloured silk fabric patterned with pink floral embroidery. Each armchair measures 97 cm high, 57 cm wide, and 53 cm deep. These armchairs suit placement as seating in a living room, bedroom, or dressing area. The painted surfaces show light wear consistent with age, and the fabric remains in good order. They provide comfortable seating while adding a decorative French chateau character to an interior space.

FAQs

Louis XVI seating is characterised by Neoclassical restraint, featuring straight lines, geometric symmetry, fluted tapered legs, and carved classical motifs inspired by Greco-Roman antiquity.

Traditional French armchairs were crafted from hardwoods such as beech or walnut, finished with hand-painted or gessoed patinas, and upholstered in natural textiles like silk damask, linen, or tapestry.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-carved joinery, peg construction, aged paint patinas showing underlying timber, and precise proportioning along the straight frame mouldings.

These chairs serve as elegant accent seating in modern living rooms, bedrooms, or hallways, pairing effectively with neutral palettes, minimalist architecture, or transitional furnishings.

Maintain painted surfaces by dusting with a soft dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemicals, while fabric should be kept away from direct sunlight and gently vacuumed with a soft brush attachment.

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