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Pair of red and gold lacquered wooden chairs dating from 1850–1900, in the Napoleone III taste with references to Louis XVI.
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Refined pair of lacquered red-and-gold chairs
Italy / France, late 19th –
Napoleon III taste with references to Louis XVI
Fascinating pair of antique chairs with a strong dramatic impact, made between the late 19th and early 20th century, expression of late Victorian decorative taste inspired by the Napoleon III style with elegant allusions to Louis XVI.
The wooden frame is adorned with a lively red lacquer, enhanced by refined gold details that emphasize the profiles, moldings and turned elements. The slightly curved backrest, with a double stretcher and columns enriched by small gilded spheres, gives dynamism and formal balance.
The turned legs, joined by stretchers with a central spherical golden element, provide stability and harmony to the composition.
The contrast between the intense red and gold creates a sophisticated decorative effect, ideal for classic, eclectic, Hollywood Regency interiors or representative residences.
The seat is padded and upholstered in decorative fabric (likely a 20th-century refashioning). Under the seat, traditional jute straps and artisanal workmanship are visible, testimony to the period construction.
Conditions
Good overall condition for their age.
Natural signs of wear are present, with light abrasions and small losses to the gilding and lacquer, consistent with more than a century of life. In both chairs one knob on the upper part is missing, as in the photo. Some of the backrest spindles are fragile and may need restoration. Solid and stable structure. Upholstery shows signs of age.
Refined pair of lacquered red-and-gold chairs
Italy / France, late 19th –
Napoleon III taste with references to Louis XVI
Fascinating pair of antique chairs with a strong dramatic impact, made between the late 19th and early 20th century, expression of late Victorian decorative taste inspired by the Napoleon III style with elegant allusions to Louis XVI.
The wooden frame is adorned with a lively red lacquer, enhanced by refined gold details that emphasize the profiles, moldings and turned elements. The slightly curved backrest, with a double stretcher and columns enriched by small gilded spheres, gives dynamism and formal balance.
The turned legs, joined by stretchers with a central spherical golden element, provide stability and harmony to the composition.
The contrast between the intense red and gold creates a sophisticated decorative effect, ideal for classic, eclectic, Hollywood Regency interiors or representative residences.
The seat is padded and upholstered in decorative fabric (likely a 20th-century refashioning). Under the seat, traditional jute straps and artisanal workmanship are visible, testimony to the period construction.
Conditions
Good overall condition for their age.
Natural signs of wear are present, with light abrasions and small losses to the gilding and lacquer, consistent with more than a century of life. In both chairs one knob on the upper part is missing, as in the photo. Some of the backrest spindles are fragile and may need restoration. Solid and stable structure. Upholstery shows signs of age.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Height: 88 cm
Material
Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
88 cm
Width
41 cm
Depth
40 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Seating height
40 cm
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