Late 19thc Highly Decorative French Limed Oak Armchair in the Renaissance Style

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A late 19th century highly decorative French limed oak armchair in the Renaissance style, the rams head armrests with superb patina and retaining original tapestry upholstery (see below regarding re-upholstery).

This armchair consists of two carved stylised lion masks to the top of each upright with carved acanthus scrolling brackets leading down to the shaped and carved arms, these terminating with superbly carved rams heads both with excellent patina (colour) leading down to carved acanthus scrolling arm supports.

The back rest and seat retain the original tapestry upholstery leading down to a carved and shaped frieze to the front with central carved panel of a reclining female among foliage with carved lion heads below.

The turned and fluted front legs having carved paterae to the top of the leg leading down to a block with turned bun feet, the chairs having square outswept legs to the back, the legs being joined by stretchers, the front one being carved.

The armchair retains the original tapestry upholstery as we feel this gives the chair a character - however the chair can easily be re-upholstered either once purchased or please contact me directly to discuss.

This chair is in very good original condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 39'' / 99cm

Width: 25'' / 63.5cm

Depth: 24'' / 61cm

Seat height: 19'' / 48.25cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

99cm (38.98")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Depth

61cm (24.02")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA495826

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS933

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

fig 1. Late 19thc highly decorative French limed oak armchair in the Renaissance style — fig 1. Late 19thc Highly Decorative French Limed Oak Armchair in the Renaissance Style

This armchair consists of two carved stylised lion masks to the top of each upright with carved acanthus scrolling brackets leading down to the shaped and carved arms, these terminating with superbly carved rams heads both with excellent patina (colour) leading down to carved acanthus scrolling arm supports.

fig 2. Late 19thc highly decorative French limed oak armchair in the Renaissance style — fig 2. Late 19thc Highly Decorative French Limed Oak Armchair in the Renaissance Style

The back rest and seat retain the original tapestry upholstery leading down to a carved and shaped frieze to the front with central carved panel of a reclining female among foliage with carved lion heads below.

fig 3. Late 19thc highly decorative French limed oak armchair in the Renaissance style — fig 3. Late 19thc Highly Decorative French Limed Oak Armchair in the Renaissance Style

The turned and fluted front legs having carved paterae to the top of the leg leading down to a block with turned bun feet, the chairs having square outswept legs to the back, the legs being joined by stretchers, the front one being carved.

fig 4. Late 19thc highly decorative French limed oak armchair in the Renaissance style — fig 4. Late 19thc Highly Decorative French Limed Oak Armchair in the Renaissance Style

The armchair retains the original tapestry upholstery as we feel this gives the chair a character - however the chair can easily be re-upholstered either once purchased or please contact me directly to discuss.