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Important French Empire Early 19th Century Armchair

About the Item

An impressive Napoléonic Empire mahogany armchair, attributed to Jacob-Desmalter (1770-1841). With a pedimented top rail above a rectangular padded back and seat covered in red and gold silk, beautifully carved and gilded dolphin arm supports, the back and seat rail decorated with gilt bronze and carved gilt-wood ornaments, terminating in lion paw feet.
  • Similar to:
    Jacob-Desmalter (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.59 in (98 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)Depth: 26.78 in (68 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Mahogany,Silk,Carved,Gilt,Veneer
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800-1810
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Worpswede / Bremen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 15831stDibs: LU981416622372

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