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Rare Set of Four Empire Rams Head Carved Mahogany Armchairs, Bergeres

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A spectacular suite of four Empire period carved mahogany armchairs custom upholstered in close nailed fine crimson leather with down filled seat cushions. Each stamped Jacob on the underside. With beautifully carved rams heads terminals, arch shaped stylized rosettes and anthemion relief carved supports and sculpted front hoof feet. Early 19th century The Jacob dynasty of fine cabinet makers included Georges Jacob, Georges-Alphonse Jacob-Desmalter and Henri Jacob, each producing superb quality furniture for royal clientele and the aristocracy. Pegged construction consistent with that of the period, restored and refinished, re-upholstered, period webbing. Very good condition commensurate with age, light wear to the leather and slight abraisions to the wood. This exceptionally fine and rare set consists of two pairs of bergeres of two different sizes, one created for the ladies, the other for gentlemen. The sizes are as follows: 22 inches wide 34 inches high 18.5 inches deep cushion 16.5 inches wide by 15.75 inches deep 24.75 inches wide 37 inches high 20.5 inches deep cushion 20.5 inches wide by 17.5 inches deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 24.75 in (62.87 cm)Depth: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Refinished. Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5828225274822
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