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French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric

$6,760.86per set
£5,040.52per set
€5,700per set
CA$9,285.02per set
A$10,391.78per set
CHF 5,426.13per set
MX$126,780.29per set
NOK 68,877.59per set
SEK 65,360.60per set
DKK 43,416.20per set
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This beautiful set of four late 18th-early 19th century European Directoire period mahogany gondola chairs will be the perfect addition to your dining room or living room as they can be used as dining room chairs or side side chairs thanks to their convenient size and nice scale. The chairs feature hand carved open work back with slight curved and scrolled lines, centered by pierced carvings in the form of a scrolled V ( or stylized lyre motif ) with acanthus leaves inlays. This awesome openwork hand carved decoration is highlighted by gilt details. The seats resting on saber legs gently shaped as an extension of the backrests. The precious mahogany essence has a wonderful grain and warm coloration with beautiful original patina. Newly upholstered seats with Italian moire silk blended fabric featuring glossy green stripes on white background, which combines a silky sheen, timeless simplicity, high durability and easy-maintenance. Their narrow proportion, great scale and gorgeous shape guarantee extreme comfort, overstuffed seats, stabile solid and sturdy. The refined timeless elegance of these chairs allows them to be placed both in a modern and Classic environment. The price is per set of four but the chairs can also be sold in pair. Measures: H 86, W 46, D 44, seat height 47 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)Seat Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Directoire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Galleria Antonio Esposito di Chiara Esposito1stDibs: LU950316392812

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