1980s French Louis XVI Directoire Fauteuil Armchairs – Neoclassical

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Offered is a striking pair of antique French fauteuil armchairs in the Louis XVI–Directoire tradition, dating to the late 18th … Read more Offered is a striking pair of antique French fauteuil armchairs in the Louis XVI–Directoire tradition, dating to the late 18th century.
These elegant chairs showcase the refined Neoclassical design associated with the period, featuring carved and molded wooden frames, tapered turned legs, architectural arm supports, and beautifully shaped upholstered backs and seats. The upper rails display delicate carved ornamentation, while the armrests terminate in rounded carved details and are supported by turned baluster-form elements.
The chairs retain their classic striped upholstery in warm ivory, beige, and neutral tones, complementing the natural warm wood finish. Their balanced proportions and restrained ornamentation give them the sophisticated appearance characteristic of late 18th-century French furniture.
The Louis XVI aesthetic is particularly evident in the chairs' geometric construction, straight tapered legs, classical ornament, and symmetrical design, while the more transitional character of the pieces relates beautifully to the Directoire period.

Details:
Pair of French fauteuil armchairs
Louis XVI–Directoire style
Late 18th-century aesthetic
Carved and molded wood frames
Turned/tapered legs
Sculpted arm supports
Original-style striped upholstered seats and backs
Warm natural wood finish
Classic Neoclassical French design
Sold as a matched pair

Condition:
Overall antique condition consistent with age and use. The frames display age-related wear, patina, and surface imperfections, adding to their authentic antique character. Upholstery also shows signs of age and use. Please review all photographs carefully for condition and details. See less