French Tufted Crapaud Armchair 19th Century

Name: Antique French Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1240409
Price: 685 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleFrench Napoleon III
MaterialCalico, Hessian, Wood
ColourCream, Natural Brown
MotifsDeep buttoning, Turned front legs, Low seat profile
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

This 19th century French Napoleon III armchair exhibits a tufted, buttoned backrest upholstered in pale cream fabric alongside exposed natural hessian webbing on the seat cushion. The framework rests upon turned, dark polished wooden legs finished in black, while the low scrolled arms feature studded metal nailhead trim detailing along the outer edges. The exposed timber frame shows a rough, unfinished wooden lower base beneath the coarse burlap upholstery texture. Measuring 84 cm high, 79 cm wide, and 79 cm deep, this seating piece suits placement as an accent chair in a living room, study, or bedroom interior. Its partial upholstery state provides a raw decorative element for traditional or eclectic home settings.

FAQs

A crapaud armchair is a traditional French seat design originating in the 19th century, characterised by its low profile, deep-tufted backrest, and integrated padded arms.

Traditional 19th-century French upholstery utilised solid hardwood frames, hand-tied coil springs, natural jute webbing, hessian, coconut fibre or animal hair padding, and calico linings.

Authentic French armchairs feature hand-shaped hardwood frames, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, original metal upholstery tacks, and period-accurate turned or cabriole legs showing natural age patination.

An antique French armchair creates a focal point when placed alongside clean-lined side tables, integrated into a neutral lounge arrangement, or used as an accent piece in a bedroom.

Dust exposed timber elements with a soft dry cloth and apply clear beeswax sparingly, while keeping upholstery fabrics away from direct sunlight and damp conditions.

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