A beautifully decorative French chair with gilded ribbon crest to back, standing on fluted legs with stunning later needlepoint panels. the panels worked with bouquets of flowers surrounded by garlands and scrolls on a vibrant yellow ground.

circa 1880

The chair as been refurbished and reupholstered recently, is solid & perfect for daily use.

Date of Manufacture

Junk Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Needlepoint Open Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

99cm (38.98")

Width

60cm (23.62")

Depth

50cm (19.69")

Reference Numbers

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SA1244293

Description

A beautifully decorative French chair with gilded ribbon crest to back, standing on fluted legs with stunning later needlepoint panels.

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the panels worked with bouquets of flowers surrounded by garlands and scrolls on a vibrant yellow ground.

Junk Antiques & Interiors

circa 1880

The chair as been refurbished and reupholstered recently, is solid & perfect for daily use.

Date of Manufacture

Junk Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Needlepoint Open Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

99cm (38.98")

Width

60cm (23.62")

Depth

50cm (19.69")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1244293

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A Louis XVI style French open armchair featuring carved dark wood framing, an oval backrest, padded armrests, and yellow floral needlepoint tapestry upholstery.

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38 Borough Street
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Leicestershire
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United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleLouis XVI
MaterialCarved Wood, Tapestry, Giltwood
ColourYellow, Dark Brown
MotifsOval backrest, fluted turned legs, floral needlepoint, padded armrests
SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

A Louis XVI style open armchair, or fauteuil, is characterised by rectilinear geometry, classical symmetry, fluted tapered legs, and open space between the padded armrests and the seat frame.

These chairs typically feature carved hardwood frames, such as walnut or beechwood, embellished with gilding or dark wood finishes, paired with hand-stitched wool needlepoint tapestry upholstery.

Authentic period needlepoint displays visible hand-stitching variations on wool or silk yarns, a dense canvas backing, and natural subtle fading on the front compared to the reverse side.

Position the armchair as a standalone accent piece in a quiet reading corner, alongside a contemporary minimalist side table, or beside a dressing table to balance traditional craft with modern lines.

Dust needlepoint regularly using a low-suction vacuum cleaner fitted with a soft brush attachment, keep the piece away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading, and treat wooden frames with neutral beeswax.