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Description

Pair of French Mid 19thC Walnut Armchairs with Carved Decoration.

Date of Manufacture

Helios and Co Antiques has dated these French Walnut Armchairs to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

62cm (24.41")

Depth

53cm (20.87")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA951976

Dealers Internal Reference

IT10281222

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Helios & Co Antiques was Founded in 1978 by John Skiba & Barry Walters who have built their Business into a Multi Million pound Worldwide concern Supplying both Trade & Private Clients.

Our Extensive Showrooms, some 15 in all, (7500sq feet) offer a Vast Selection of Antiques from all Periods, Displaying good quality Furniture Pictures Clocks and Decorative Accessories, with Showcases Displaying Porcelain, Silver, Glass, Jewellery etc.

Description

Pair of French Mid 19thC Walnut Armchairs with Carved Decoration.

Date of Manufacture

Helios and Co Antiques has dated these French Walnut Armchairs to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

62cm (24.41")

Depth

53cm (20.87")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA951976

Dealers Internal Ref

IT10281222

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Helios and Co Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

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Telephone 01327 340264

Location

25/27 High Street
Weedon
Northamptonshire
NN7 4QD
United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleFrench Antique
MaterialWalnut, Velvet
ColourRed
MotifsCarved crest rail, Cabriole legs, Scroll arms
SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

FAQs

Mid 19th-century French armchairs reflect the eclectic revival styles of the Napoleon III and Second Empire periods, combining earlier classical motifs with comfortable, padded forms suited for formal parlours.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid walnut with mortise and tenon joints, featuring hand-carved decorative elements and traditional horsehair or sprung upholstery finished with velvet.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, hand-cut joinery, tool marks on the carved wood, and traditional upholstery tacking beneath the base to confirm age and origin.

They function effectively as accent pieces in modern living spaces, pairing well with minimalist surroundings to introduce texture, historical contrast, and rich colour.

Preservation requires keeping wooden frames away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying appropriate wax polish to walnut surfaces, and vacuuming fabric upholstery gently with a soft attachment.