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Antique French Chair for Upholstery
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Antique French Chair for Upholstery

19th century
Description

Small 19th Century Napoleon III chair, ideal bedroom, fireside or occasional chair. Seat depth 19 inches.

Width: 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Height: 28 inches (71 cm)

Depth: 26 inches (66 cm)

A large selection of antique chairs can be found together on my website in, "Seating". Pairs, single chairs, stools and sofas. wwww.nikkipageantiques.com

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Nikki Page Antiques has dated this Antique French Crapaud Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1240414
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Description
Small 19th Century Napoleon III chair, ideal bedroom, fireside or occasional chair. Seat depth 19 inches.

Width: 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Height: 28 inches (71 cm)

Depth: 26 inches (66 cm)

A large selection of antique chairs can be found together on my website in, "Seating". Pairs, single chairs, stools and sofas. wwww.nikkipageantiques.com

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Nikki Page Antiques has dated this Antique French Crapaud Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240414
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A low-slung French crapaud armchair upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric with a fringe trim base and turned legs on castors.
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Archive I A low-slung French crapaud armchair upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric with a fringe trim base and turned legs on castors.

Antique French Chair for Upholstery

Archive II A low-slung French crapaud armchair upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric with a fringe trim base and turned legs on castors. View II
Archive III A low-slung French crapaud armchair upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric with a fringe trim base and turned legs on castors. View III
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A low-slung French crapaud armchair upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric with a fringe trim base and turned legs on castors.
Antique French chair for upholstery
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A low-slung French crapaud armchair upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric with a fringe trim base and turned legs on castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Napoleon III
  • MaterialTapestry Fabric, Wood, Brass
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsFringed skirt, Turned legs, Floral tapestry upholstery, Low-slung back
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

This nineteenth-century Napoleon III French chair has an upholstered barrel back and a rounded seat covered in a patterned fabric with red, yellow, and green floral motifs against a pale background. A decorative fringe in vertical stripes of red, gold, and green hangs from the lower edge, finished with a twisted cord trim. Turned wooden feet with small castors support the base. It measures 71 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 66 cm deep. Position this compact seating option in a bedroom, by a fireside, or as an occasional chair in a living room to add traditional French style and pattern to the interior scheme.

FAQs

Originating in 19th-century France during the Louis-Philippe and Napoleon III eras, the crapaud chair is a low-slung, fully upholstered armchair. It features a contoured, rounded back, short legs, and often includes a fringe skirt covering the base.

Authentic 19th-century French armchairs typically feature solid hardwood frames, such as beech or walnut, combined with hand-tied steel coil springs, webbing, and natural fillings like horsehair or fibre. Upholstery often comprises woven jacquard, velour, or tapestry textiles.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved turned wooden legs, original ceramic or brass castors, traditional stuffing materials, and hand-tacked upholstery undersides. The frame proportions will reflect low, comfortable seating typical of French boudoir furniture.

A crapaud chair functions as a standalone accent piece in a bedroom corner, dressing room, or living room alcove. Pairing the detailed patterned fabric with minimalist backdrop walls or modern side lighting creates a balanced juxtaposition between historic detail and contemporary design.

Period upholstery should be gently vacuumed using a soft brush attachment and kept out of direct sunlight to prevent colour fading. Metal castors and turned wooden legs can be maintained with light application of clear furniture wax to protect original patination.
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