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A Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Armchairs
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A Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Armchairs

19th century
Sold 21 February 2026 · William Cook Antiques
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It was listed by William Cook Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Dating from the mid 19th century, the chairs have carved decoration to the arms, frieze and legs. They are of elegant design and a good colour. The back legs are also well swept meaning they can be free standing in a room. The frames are tight.

Date of Manufacture

William Cook Antiques has dated these French Walnut Armchairs to the 19th Century.

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Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
70cm (27.56")
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SA996831
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Dating from the mid 19th century, the chairs have carved decoration to the arms, frieze and legs. They are of elegant design and a good colour. The back legs are also well swept meaning they can be free standing in a room. The frames are tight.
Date of Manufacture

William Cook Antiques has dated these French Walnut Armchairs to the 19th Century.

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA996831
William Cook Antiques
William Cook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Dealers in fine antique furniture, objects and works of art from the late 17th to mid 20th century with the emphesis being on quality

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William Cook Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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15 Bridge Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EG
United Kingdom
Verified Since Oct 2019
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William Cook Antiques
William Cook Antiques
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Location: 15 Bridge Street, Hungerford , Berkshire, RG17 0EG, United Kingdom
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A pair of nineteenth-century French armchairs featuring carved walnut frames and red patterned velvet upholstery.
A Pair Of 19th Century French Walnut Armchairs
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A pair of nineteenth-century French armchairs featuring carved walnut frames and red patterned velvet upholstery.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Period
  • MaterialWalnut, Velvet, Textile
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsCarved cabriole legs, Damask velvet upholstery, Scroll arms, Floral carved apron
  • SizeH 107 cm (42 in) x W 70 cm (28 in)

Nineteenth-century French seating often draws inspiration from earlier royal periods such as Louis XV and Louis XVI, characterised by curved cabriole legs, carved wooden frames, and symmetrical or floral upholstery patterns.

These frames are typically crafted from dense hardwoods such as walnut or beech, featuring hand-carved detailing and traditionally stuffed upholstery using materials like horsehair, cotton, and springs.

Authenticity is evaluated through traditional joinery methods, hand-cut screws or pegs, the natural patina of the aged timber, and the presence of period-appropriate upholstery techniques.

Pairing historical seating with clean-lined modern architecture or minimalist coffee tables creates a balanced focal point that highlights the craftsmanship of the antique piece.

Protect the timber from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent warping, and clean the upholstered surfaces using specialist textile conservation methods or professional vacuuming.
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