Set of 10 French Henri II Renaissance Revival Walnut Dining Chairs, 19th Century

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A handsome set of ten French Henri II Renaissance Revival dining chairs dating to the second half of the 19th … Read more A handsome set of ten French Henri II Renaissance Revival dining chairs dating to the second half of the 19th century, sourced in Provence, France. Crafted from walnut, these chairs combine traditional Renaissance-inspired woodwork with a thoughtfully reimagined upholstery design. Each chair has been structurally revised, the walnut frames carefully waxed, and completely reupholstered in a carefully selected combination of two complementary fabrics. The seats and back panels are upholstered in warm saddle-brown performance velvet, complemented by an ivory and golden-wheat striped woven fabric wrapping the backrest frames. Decorative gimp trim outlines the velvet back panels, while matching bias-cut piping provides a tailored finish along the seat edges. The walnut frames feature beautifully turned front legs with carved fluted and ringed details, rounded feet, and gracefully curved H-form stretchers connecting the legs. The rectangular upholstered backs have gently curved upper rails and a subtle backward inclination, creating an elegant silhouette. The rich walnut finish complements the warm upholstery palette, balancing the architectural character of the original frames with a more contemporary sensibility. An inviting choice for a formal dining room, these chairs also work beautifully in transitional interiors, pairing with antique walnut dining tables, French country furnishings, or more contemporary dining arrangements. The complete set of ten offers a cohesive seating arrangement for larger dining spaces. The chairs have been structurally revised, waxed, and newly upholstered, retaining the natural character and minor signs of age consistent with their antique walnut frames.

- Origin: Provence, France

- Period: Second Half of 19th Century

- Materials: Walnut, Perfomance Velvet, Cotton Fabric, Gimp Trim. Single Bias Piping.

- Dimensions: W 17.25" x D 19.25" x H 34" - seat height 20.75"

- Condition: Structurally revised, carefully waxed, and newly upholstered in two complementary fabrics. Minor signs of age and use to the walnut frames, consistent with their period. See less