Superb Pair of Early 19thc French Empire Mahogany Armchairs

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A pair of early 19th century French Empire mahogany fauteuils (open armchairs) of superb quality.

These chairs consist of a reeded top rail leading down to the shaped arms having carved scroll leaf decoration with carved reeded, leaf and anthemion designs.

The arm supports have carved anthemion to both the front and the sides, the front seat rails are of bow form leading down to scrolled cabriole legs to the front and sabre legs to the back.

The chairs are upholstered in good quality pale green linen fabric which is in very good condition - the fabric can of course be changed once purchased.

This pair of open armchairs are in excellent condition, are of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 37'' / 94cm

Width: 23.25'' / 59cm

Depth: 24'' / 61cm

Seat height: 17.25'' / 44cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

94cm (37.01")

Width

59cm (23.23")

Depth

61cm (24.02")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA422411

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS735

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos:

www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A pair of early 19th century French Empire mahogany fauteuils (open armchairs) of superb quality.

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These chairs consist of a reeded top rail leading down to the shaped arms having carved scroll leaf decoration with carved reeded, leaf and anthemion designs.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superb pair of early 19thc French Empire mahogany armchairs — fig 1. Superb Pair of Early 19thc French Empire Mahogany Armchairs

The arm supports have carved anthemion to both the front and the sides, the front seat rails are of bow form leading down to scrolled cabriole legs to the front and sabre legs to the back.

The chairs are upholstered in good quality pale green linen fabric which is in very good condition - the fabric can of course be changed once purchased.