Pair of VIntage French Louis XV Cognac Leather Fauteuils

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This perfectly matched pair of fauteils embodies the opulence and romance of 18th-century France. Each chair features the classic enveloping … Read more This perfectly matched pair of fauteils embodies the opulence and romance of 18th-century France. Each chair features the classic enveloping Louis XV silhouette: a tall, serpentine cartouche-shaped back, open scrolled arms with carved knuckles, and a deep, generous, overstuffed seat that invites you to linger.

The artistry is in the frame: masterfully hand-carved from solid walnut, the entire skeleton is alive with scrolling acanthus leaves, rocaille shells, and foliate scrollwork. As seen in your exquisite macro details, the frame retains charming remnants of its original gilt highlighting over the walnut, with a beautifully distressed, time-worn patina that speaks of authentic age and European craftsmanship. The cabriole legs terminate in elegant scrolled feet, each centered with carved acanthus and scroll details.

Both back and seat are upholstered in a rich cognac-colored leather in a vintage pull-up finish, with a soft luster and natural grain that mimics the finest aged French leather. The upholstery is meticulously finished with a border of oversized, antique-brass nailheads that trace the entire perimeter, emphasizing the shapely curves.

Incredibly comfortable and grand in scale - perfect flanking a fireplace, as host chairs in a dining room, or as statement lounge chairs in a library, boutique hotel, or living room. See less