Biedermeier Mahogany Armchair with Carved Grapes and Leaves Decoration on Top, 1870s

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Magnificent and rare solid hand-carved mahogany base Biedermeier/ Black Forest armchair or reading chair
Its front legs and armrests are … Read more Magnificent and rare solid hand-carved mahogany base Biedermeier/ Black Forest armchair or reading chair
Its front legs and armrests are curved and have volutes bringing a certain elegance
High backrest with on top a Black Forest style carving with grapes and leaves decoration
Re-upholstered in the recent past with a quality green velvet fabric, also the webbing straps and springs has been replaced in the recent past so the seat is very comfortable

These unusual cabriolet armchairs entered the interiors of upper class houses especially popular in Biedermeier styles in Germany and Black Forest styles in Switzerland. See less