Pair of Vintage French Regency Revival Slipper Chairs, Double-Pierced Crest, Horsehair Fill, C. 1920-1940

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Pair of early 20th-century French Regency slipper chairs featuring a distinctive hand-carved frame with a rare double-pierced crest rail. The … Read more Pair of early 20th-century French Regency slipper chairs featuring a distinctive hand-carved frame with a rare double-pierced crest rail. The crest displays two elongated cutouts joined by a carved bow and trailing garland motif, a highly specific pattern not commonly found in standard Louis XV forms.

The chairs have a strongly concave, inward-curving back that flows continuously into a serpentine seat, supported by tapered sabre legs with carved vertical panel detailing and rosette block elements. The apron features a central carved cartouche with symmetrical scrolling foliage.

Both chairs retain the original tufted velvet upholstery with traditional horsehair fill, supporting the quality of construction and period authenticity. The weight and structure are consistent with solid beech wood frames rather than the later lightweight reproductions.

Originally belonging to my grandmother, this pair was purchased in Brooklyn and likely originated from the European import design studio she frequented in the 1920s–1940s; this particular frame appears in only a small number of documented examples.

DIMENSIONS
38” H x 23" W x 22" D
Seat Height: 18”
Seat Width: 22”
Seat Depth: 17“

WEIGHT
20 lb each
40 lb pair

MATERIALS
Hand-Carved Solid Beech Wood
Original Velvet Upholstery with Horsehair Fill
Steel Nailhead Trim with Oxidized Patina

COLOR
Red
Cream
Natural Wood Tone

STYLE
French Regency Revival

PERIOD
Early 20th Century (circa 1920–1940)

PLACE OF ORIGIN
France

CONDITION
Good antique condition consistent with age and use.

Upholstery: Original velvet with horsehair fill; shows expected wear, fading, and edge wear consistent with age. Traditional webbing under dust cover fully in-tact.

Seat: Remains in great condition, retaining its full shape, support, and a comfortable, resilient spring.

Frame: Structurally sound and solid; weight consistent with dense beech wood construction.

Finish: Age-appropriate wear including surface wear, scuffs, and patina.

Carving: Well-preserved with minor softening to high points.

Hand-Tacked Rail Line: Intact and secure with oxidation consistent with age.

SELLER NOTES
This chair form is uncommon and not widely cataloged, with only a small number of identical frame examples documented. The retention of original upholstery and horsehair fill is particularly desirable for collectors or restoration reference. See less