Name: Large French Napoleon III Squareback Chair in Green & White Ticking Criss Cross
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1127038
Price: 1495 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by The Old Cinema

Sold 2 April 2025 · The Old Cinema

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Description

A large French Napoleon III squareback armchair upholstered in green and white ticking fabric with a criss-cross pattern. The frame features turned front legs with brass caps and decorative floral rosettes. The gently sloped arms and high backrest provide a comfortable seating experience, while the exposed wooden frame showcases traditional craftsmanship.

Physical Dimensions

Height

98cm (38.58")

Width

84.5cm (33.27")

Depth

87.5cm (34.45")

Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this French Napoleon III Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1127038

Dealers Internal Reference

45980

Description

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The gently sloped arms and high backrest provide a comfortable seating experience, while the exposed wooden frame showcases traditional craftsmanship.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

98cm (38.58")

Width

84.5cm (33.27")

Depth

87.5cm (34.45")

Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this French Napoleon III Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1127038

Dealers Internal Ref

45980

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The Old Cinema

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London
W4 1PR
United Kingdom

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleNapoleon III
MaterialBeech, Cotton Ticking, Brass
ColourGreen and White
MotifsSquareback silhouette, Turned wooden legs, Ticking stripe upholstery, Recessed arms
SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 84.5 cm (33 in) x D 87.5 cm (34 in)

FAQs

The Napoleon III style, popular during the Second French Empire, draws inspiration from a eclectic mix of historical eras including Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI, characterised by comfort, rich upholstery, and refined craftsmanship.

These chairs typically feature solid hardwood frames such as beech or walnut, traditionally assembled with mortise and tenon joints, and built using traditional stuffing materials like horsehair, coil springs, and webbing.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-carved or turned wooden elements showing genuine age, traditional hand-tied upholstery foundations, and appropriate wear consistent with nineteenth-century manufacturing techniques.

Pair this classic seating with clean-lined modern furniture and neutral walls to create a balanced, layered aesthetic that highlights the historical form and pattern without overwhelming the space.

Protect the fabric by keeping the chair away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment, and periodically check the wooden frame for stability.