Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21

Pair of Antique French Elmwood Louis Philippe Armchairs, Circa 1840

About the Item

Known as pied en cuisse de grenouille, or “frog leg foot”, this pair of elmwood armchairs has interesting front legs formed by counter curves. Hand-carved in France, circa 1840, the armchairs are Louis Philippe, the period in which these motifs were first used. The en sabre back legs, which are also a hallmark of Louis Philippe, are blocks that softly curve outward. Louis Philippe seating, while solidly constructed, placed a premium on comfort. Both chairs have a rectangular back with a gently rolling top rail, matching the slight slope of the arms that terminate in large volute arm stumps. The rich wood (a warm honey color) pairs well with the light brown upholstery on the backs and the seats, which are plump. A repeating pattern of white attenuated shells and roundels arranged in a lozenge pattern add additional color to the upholstery. Our pair of elmwood Louis Philippe armchairs can be used with any style of design. Place them as side chairs in an entry hall or foyer, or as fireside chairs in a living room or library.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.75 in (90.81 cm)Width: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis Philippe (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition with minor nicks and rubs. Some light age separations, commensurate to age. Light buildup to gimp with a few slight runs to the upholstery, both from over a century of use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 422-1001stDibs: LU906331515662
More From This SellerView All
  • Pair of French Louis XVI Style Beechwood and Blue Silk Cabriolet Armchairs
    Located in Dallas, TX
    Hand-carved during the early- to mid-1900’s, this pair of French Louis XVI style armchairs has beautiful blue silk upholstery on the seats and back rests. The upholstery has a moiré ...
    Category

    20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

    Materials

    Textile, Silk, Wood, Beech

  • Pair of Antique French Painted Directoire Style Armchairs, Circa 1900
    Located in Dallas, TX
    The period of French history known as Directoire was a difficult time, as it arrived at the end of the Revolutionary War. Furnishings in this style, such as our pair of painted armch...
    Category

    Early 20th Century French Directoire Armchairs

    Materials

    Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Paint

  • Pair of Antique Walnut Armchairs from the Lot Region of France, circa 1830
    Located in Dallas, TX
    hand carved in walnut, circa 1830, this pair of antique armchairs were produced in the department of Lot, in southwestern France. Sinuous arms extend from the front of the large, sli...
    Category

    Antique 1830s French Louis XIV Armchairs

    Materials

    Metal, Brass

  • 19th Century French Bleached Chestnut Cathèdre Armchair
    Located in Dallas, TX
    Known as a cathèdre in France (“cathedra” in English), this tall armchair is also sometimes referred to as a chaire (meaning “pulpit”). Designed to be a...
    Category

    Antique 19th Century French Chairs

    Materials

    Wood, Chestnut

  • Large Carved Oak Renaissance Style Armchair from France, C. 1890
    Located in Dallas, TX
    Hand-carved in the Renaissance style in France, circa 1890, this imposing oak armchair features a verdant tapestry affixed with iron nailheads. The sc...
    Category

    Antique 1890s French Renaissance Armchairs

    Materials

    Tapestry, Upholstery, Oak

  • Set of 4 French Parcel Paint Louis XVI Style Cabriolet Armchairs, Circa 1885
    Located in Dallas, TX
    Dating to circa 1885, this set of four hand-carved parcel paint cabriolet armchairs are in the style of Louis XVI. The thick oval medallion backs (which have retained their original checkered canvas on the verso side) have been adorned with a trophy at the crest, featuring a floral margent tied to an arrow quiver by a twisted rope. Emanating from beneath the trophy are two distinct motifs: rais-de-couer beneath repeating husks, with both sets of carvings...
    Category

    Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Armchairs

    Materials

    Textile, Linen, Wood, Paint

You May Also Like
  • Pair of Louis Philippe Walnut Armchairs, circa 1860
    Located in Los Angeles, CA
    Pair of Louis Philippe carved walnut arm chairs. The upholstered panel back with foliate cresting above arm supports and upholstered panel seat...
    Category

    Antique 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Armchairs

    Materials

    Walnut

  • Elegant Pair of Antique French Armchairs in Louis XV Style, circa 1880
    Located in Sofia, BG
    Pair of antique armchairs from France. These chairs are made of solid walnut with curved legs and back and have been reupholstered with a beige fabric with floral motifs. Very comfor...
    Category

    Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

    Materials

    Walnut

  • Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Leaf Armchairs, circa 1890
    Located in New Orleans, LA
    Pair Antique French Louis XVI gold leaf armchairs, circa 1890.
    Category

    Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

    Materials

    Gold Leaf

  • Pair of French Louis XVI Walnut Armchairs, Circa 1770
    Located in Hollywood, SC
    Pair of French Louis XVI walnut arm chairs with carved floral motif, original floral petit point, and terminating on stylized cabriole legs. Late 18th Century.
    Category

    Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Armchairs

  • Antique Louis XIII Style French Armchairs, A Pair
    Located in Lake Worth, FL
    Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Antique Louis XIII Style French Armchairs With heavy tapestry-style cotton fabric. ...
    Category

    Early 20th Century French Provincial Armchairs

    Materials

    Cotton, Wood

  • Pair Antique French Louis XVI Gold Leaf Fauteuils / Armchairs, Circa 1865-1875
    Located in New Orleans, LA
    Pair antique French Louis XVI gold leaf fauteuils / armchairs, Circa 1865-1875.
    Category

    Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

    Materials

    Fabric, Wood

Recently Viewed

View All