Pair of French Louis XVI Carved Walnut Fauteuil Armchairs

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An elegant matched pair of walnut fauteuil armchairs in the grand Louis XVI style featuring classical hardwood frames upholstered in … Read more An elegant matched pair of walnut fauteuil armchairs in the grand Louis XVI style featuring classical hardwood frames upholstered in a champagne-beige fabric. The chairs feature tall distinctive square backs with a centered floral crest on the top rail and carved notch faux-rope detailing along the upper molding. The scroll-ended arms feature upholstered padded manchettes matching the seat and back with incised detailing and rosette-adorned corner blocks. The carved walnut frames have a rich, aged finish in a deep mahogany tone. The legs are tapered and turned with carved ring details ending in small, classical Louis XVI-style toupie feet. The chairs have a fairly recent upholstery in a textured light neutral champagne beige woven fabric with a decorative braid gimp lining the edges. The chairs are sturdy and strong having excellent joinery and construction. Sold as a pair from an estate in San Fransisco, CA.

Dimensions: 23.5"w x 22"d x 38"h, Seat 17"h

Circa: Early-Mid-20th Century, France

Materials: Fabric, Walnut

Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with strong, robust joinery and construction. Age appropriate wear with some light surface scuffs and nicks and minor use wear as seen in photos. Vintage upholstery is clean and intact with some minor fraying in some areas. See less