Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
Summary:
• Item: Pair of Side Chairs
• Circa: 1860
• Period: 2nd Empire
• Style: Louis XVI
• Provenance: France
• Wood: Solid walnut frames
• Newly upholstered
• Embroidered floral silk damask upholstery
• Fawn colour
• Firm sprung hessian base
• Stunning carved cartouches & floral frame
• Serpentine styling
• Shaped shield back
• Cabriole legs
• Excellent condition
• Solid in joint
• Free 14 days UK returns policy
The chairs are constructed of solid walnut and features stunning quality carved floral frames. The chairs stand on elegant cabriole legs all round.
The chairs feature shaped backs, shaped sides and a serpentine front. The back rail features stunning floral carvings to the central pediment; the chair frames also boast carved cartouches and knees. The chairs stand on elegant cabriole legs. The seats are firmly sprung so that you do not sink into the seats, but at the same time are extremely comfortable. The undersides of the seats are finished with traditional hessian backing.
This chairs features a rich brown walnut colour. As they boast the original polish they have a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received. It is impossible to re-create this colour if they have been re-polished.
Side Chair Dimensions:
External Height = 82.9cm or 32?” or 2ft 8?”
External Width = 46.3cm or 18¼” or 1ft 6¼”
External Depth = 40.5cm or 16” or 1ft 4”
Seat Height = 47.5cm or 18¾” or 1ft 6¾”
Seat Width = 46cm or 18?” or 1ft 6?”
Seat Depth = 37.5cm or 14¾” or 1ft 2¾”
Back Height = 38.5cm or 15?” or 1ft 3?”
Condition Report:
The chairs are in excellent condition. The chairs have been newly upholstered in top quality luxurious embroidered floral silk damask upholstery; therefore the upholstery is in excellent condition (it’s clean with no signs of wear and tear or damage). The seats are firmly strung and the undersides are upholstered in traditional hessian. As the chairs boast the original polish they have a fantastic colour and patination to the wood frames; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received. It is impossible to re-create this colour if they have been re-polished. The carved frames and arms are also in excellent condition with no splits or loose joints, and no missing carvings to the frames. The backs and arms are solid. The chairs are well constructed, solid in joint, and are ready to use.
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £50. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a full refund.
UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers.
About the Seller:
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
Ref. French Side Chairs 39
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
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French Louis XVI Revival Walnut Silk Damask Upholstered Pair of Side Chairs (Circa 1860)
