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19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair
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19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair

19th century
Sold 21 October 2025 · Hand of Glory
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Description

An antique French Napoleon III armchair, late 19th century, with sprung seat, scroll arms and upon ebonised supports.

In very good condition, it has recently been stripped down to the calico and ready for new top covers.

I can arrange covering with my upholsterer and also supply fabric if required - please get in touch for further details.

The back 93cm high, the seat 70cm wide at the front edge, 57cm deep and 34cm high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this French Napoleon III Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1171209
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SKU00000959
Description
An antique French Napoleon III armchair, late 19th century, with sprung seat, scroll arms and upon ebonised supports.
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In very good condition, it has recently been stripped down to the calico and ready for new top covers.
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fig 1. An antique 19th-century French Napoleon III armchair upholstered in off-white fabric with dark turned wooden legs.
fig 1. 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair

I can arrange covering with my upholsterer and also supply fabric if required - please get in touch for further details.

The back 93cm high, the seat 70cm wide at the front edge, 57cm deep and 34cm high.

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this French Napoleon III Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171209
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000959
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Decorative antiques & interiors

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Archive I An antique 19th-century French Napoleon III armchair upholstered in off-white fabric with dark turned wooden legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair

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34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2012
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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An antique 19th-century French Napoleon III armchair upholstered in off-white fabric with dark turned wooden legs.
19th Century French Napoleon III Armchair
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An antique 19th-century French Napoleon III armchair upholstered in off-white fabric with dark turned wooden legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Second Empire
  • MaterialBeech, Linen, Cotton
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsTurned legs, Scroll arms, Button-free curved back
  • SizeH 93 cm (37 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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The Napoleon III style, also known as Second Empire, flourished in France during the reign of Emperor Napoleon III in the mid to late 19th century. It is characterised by an eclectic revival of historical designs, often drawing inspiration from Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI periods while incorporating modern comfort and heavy padding.

These chairs typically feature a sturdy hardwood frame, such as beech or walnut, often ebonised or polished. Traditional construction involves hand-tied coil springs, horsehair stuffing, hessian webbing, and traditional hand-stitching to ensure structural integrity and enduring resilience.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dowels or mortise and tenon joints. Examination of the interior webbing, hand-forged tacks, and the natural ageing of the wood and internal stuffing materials helps verify 19th-century origin.

Pairing this classic silhouette with contemporary minimalist furniture creates a striking contrast that highlights the historic craftsmanship. Placing it as an accent piece in a living room or bedroom introduces texture, historical depth, and refined elegance.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment to remove dust and keeping the item away from direct sunlight to prevent fabric fading and wood drying. Professional textile cleaning is recommended for the upholstery to maintain the integrity of historic fabrics.
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