1940-1949 France Deep Espresso Brown Upholstered Wingback Armchair

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Upholstered wingback armchair in Deep Espresso Brown. Its deep espresso brown finish sets off rolled wing arms, turned front legs, … Read more Upholstered wingback armchair in Deep Espresso Brown. Its deep espresso brown finish sets off rolled wing arms, turned front legs, espresso upholstery, a hallmark of of the french provincial period France craftsmanship in the french provincial tradition. Its surface and joinery bear the honest, gradual wear of genuine age rather than a manufactured distress, evidence of a long working life already lived. There is a particular satisfaction in owning something with real history behind it, rather than something made to be replaced in a few short years. Furnishing with antiques is a gentle form of good stewardship, letting well-built pieces continue their working life rather than ending up in a landfill. It is well suited to a fireside reading chair. See less