Armchair - a wingback bergère with low arms and loose, double-sided seat cushion. - Beech, Oak - A French armchair
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French Louis XV‑style wingback Bergère with a richly carved wooden frame and a thick, removable double‑sided seat cushion, produced in France in the first half of the 20th century and reupholstered in 2010 with a floral jacquard fabric; overall dimensions 72 cm wide, 85 cm deep, 98 cm high, seat width 67 cm, seat depth 50 cm, seat height 50 cm, cushion thickness about 14 cm, weighing 25 kg, in brown, red, cream, green and white tones, in good condition with minor signs of age and tiny marks on the wood.
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French Louis XV-style armchair – first half of the 20th century
Beautiful Louis XV-style armchair with a richly carved wooden frame and generous seating, presumably made in the first half of the 20th century and professionally reupholstered in 2010. The armchair offers excellent seating comfort due to its good suspension and the thick, inviting seat cushion.
Description
Beautifully carved wooden frame with shell motif on the front and back rails, and elegant cabriole legs.
Comfortable armchair / bergère with a lightly curved back and elegant, outwardly curved armrests.
Professionally reupholstered in 2010 with machine-woven floral jacquard upholstery fabric, loose double-sided seat cushion, finished with decorative nails and a cut shell motif made from floral upholstery fabric in red, green, and beige tones.
• Thick cushion (approx. 14 cm) upholstered on both sides, finished with contrasting piping; the cushion can therefore be flipped.
Backrest upholstered with tufted buttons (light quilting) and finished around with decorative nails.
Dimensions
Total width: approximately 72 cm.
Total depth: approximately 85 cm.
Total height: approximately 98 cm.
Seat width: approximately 67 cm.
Seat depth: approximately 50 cm.
Seating height: approximately 50 cm.
• Thickness of seat cushion: approx. 14 cm.
Condition
Generally in excellent condition: sturdy construction, no play or loose connections.
Very good sitting comfort due to the combination of suspension and thick cushions; generous, spacious seating.
Clothing in good condition, without stains, tears, or significant wear.
Some minor signs of use and scratches on the wood consistent with its age, no damages affecting usability.
Details
Characterful, decorative armchair that is ready to place and use immediately.
Ideal as a reading chair or eye-catcher in a living room, bedroom, or boutique-hotel-like setting.
Packaging and shipping / pickup
Pickup can be in Amsterdam.
Otherwise, this shipment will be a pallet courier transport. It will then be carefully packed on a pallet with bubble wrap, cardboard, and foam, and shipped insured.
Seller's Story
**Welcome to Gerard Dou and Extraordinary Sales House**
We are Verkoophuis Gerard Dou en Buitenueel, located in the heart of Amsterdam. As a family business, active since 1933, we are proud of our rich history and dedication to our customers.
Our global network enables us to find special and affordable objects, which we select with care. With our years of experience, we ensure that your purchases arrive to you safely and responsibly. We attach great importance to sustainability and use recycled packaging materials.
Your trust is of great importance to us and we strive to surprise and delight you with your purchases.
Kind regards from Amsterdam,
The team of Verkoophuis Gerard Dou and Buitenueel
Translated by Google TranslateFrench Louis XV-style armchair – first half of the 20th century
Beautiful Louis XV-style armchair with a richly carved wooden frame and generous seating, presumably made in the first half of the 20th century and professionally reupholstered in 2010. The armchair offers excellent seating comfort due to its good suspension and the thick, inviting seat cushion.
Description
Beautifully carved wooden frame with shell motif on the front and back rails, and elegant cabriole legs.
Comfortable armchair / bergère with a lightly curved back and elegant, outwardly curved armrests.
Professionally reupholstered in 2010 with machine-woven floral jacquard upholstery fabric, loose double-sided seat cushion, finished with decorative nails and a cut shell motif made from floral upholstery fabric in red, green, and beige tones.
• Thick cushion (approx. 14 cm) upholstered on both sides, finished with contrasting piping; the cushion can therefore be flipped.
Backrest upholstered with tufted buttons (light quilting) and finished around with decorative nails.
Dimensions
Total width: approximately 72 cm.
Total depth: approximately 85 cm.
Total height: approximately 98 cm.
Seat width: approximately 67 cm.
Seat depth: approximately 50 cm.
Seating height: approximately 50 cm.
• Thickness of seat cushion: approx. 14 cm.
Condition
Generally in excellent condition: sturdy construction, no play or loose connections.
Very good sitting comfort due to the combination of suspension and thick cushions; generous, spacious seating.
Clothing in good condition, without stains, tears, or significant wear.
Some minor signs of use and scratches on the wood consistent with its age, no damages affecting usability.
Details
Characterful, decorative armchair that is ready to place and use immediately.
Ideal as a reading chair or eye-catcher in a living room, bedroom, or boutique-hotel-like setting.
Packaging and shipping / pickup
Pickup can be in Amsterdam.
Otherwise, this shipment will be a pallet courier transport. It will then be carefully packed on a pallet with bubble wrap, cardboard, and foam, and shipped insured.
Seller's Story
**Welcome to Gerard Dou and Extraordinary Sales House**
We are Verkoophuis Gerard Dou en Buitenueel, located in the heart of Amsterdam. As a family business, active since 1933, we are proud of our rich history and dedication to our customers.
Our global network enables us to find special and affordable objects, which we select with care. With our years of experience, we ensure that your purchases arrive to you safely and responsibly. We attach great importance to sustainability and use recycled packaging materials.
Your trust is of great importance to us and we strive to surprise and delight you with your purchases.
Kind regards from Amsterdam,
The team of Verkoophuis Gerard Dou and Buitenueel
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Wood type
Beech, Oak
Style subtype
Louis XV Style
Weight
25 kg
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
A French armchair
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Model
a wingback bergère with low arms and loose, double-sided seat cushion.
Material
Brass, Polyester, Viscose, Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Brown, Cream, Green, Red, White
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
98 cm
Width
72 cm
Depth
85 cm
Estimated Period
1920-1930
Seating Height
50 cm
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