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Hand Carved Louis XVI Bergère Amrchair

$4,900
£3,703.79
€4,256.32
CA$6,823.22
A$7,590.55
CHF 3,979.06
MX$92,754.70
NOK 50,668.40
SEK 47,697.29
DKK 31,771.79
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About the Item

Hand carved Louis XVI bergère armchair from France, upholstered in vintage fabric. This 18th century French armchair is hand carved in fruitwood (probably walnut) circa 1775-1795 with remnants of darkened gilt and gesso. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, of the following: patina, scaling, light rust, discoloration, and corrosion. Regional differences in humidity and climate during shipping may cause antique and vintage wood to shrink and/or split along its grain, veneer to loosen and/or peel, and painted finishes and gilt to crack and flake.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780-1800
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Some losses to gilt finish. Finish darkened and faded from age. Loss of original finials where arms meet back. Seat measures 16.5 inches high x 20 inches wide x 18 inches deep and arm is 23 inches high.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SPI419.011stDibs: LU984714314281

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