Pair of Louis XV Beechwood Fauteuils Stamped M. Delaporte c. 1740

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Pair of Louis XV Beechwood Fauteuils Stamped M. Delaporte c. 1740

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PAIR OF FRENCH LOUIS XV BEECHWOOD FAUTEUILS EN CABRIOLET Stamped M . DELAPORTE on both rear chair rails Item # 1407NPK15P A very fine pair of restored Louis XV period arm chairs, both stamped along the interior edge of the back rail in each chair M. DELAPORTE, presumably the stamp of maître Martin Delaporte. Active during the second quarter of the 18th Century, the work of this talented menuisier is quite well documented and always highly developed. The present example are no exception, the frames being intricately carved, the crest rail a large flower flanked by leaflets, the apron portraying another flower with a slight turn and the same outward flowing foliage. Light molding follows the lines of the chair into the broad open arms, these with curled hand holds over cabriole arm supports. The legs join the frame with double-pinned tenon mortising, almost invisible in the grains of the beech before the deep carved triangle of fleurettes over the cabriolet of the leg. Each foot terminates in a wonderful scrolling French toe. The chairs were lovingly restored at some point in the last century, at which point one leg was replaced with a nearly identically carved leg - note the lack of peg pinning at the corner - and other necessary repairs were executed. As such, they remain in an outstanding state of preservation and can actively be enjoyed in the home without fear of unusual fragility. Any collector passionate about the fine works of the period will cherish this exquisite pair of chairs in their home for a lifetime. Market Notes: Sotheby's, Paris, April 8th, 2013, Lot 311 - Pair of Regilded Side Chairs by Martin Delaporte, sold 13,750 EUR Christies, Paris, March 19th, 2010, Lot 122 - Single Bergere En Cabriolet in Louis XV taste, stamped "M. Delaporte", sold $3,408 Christies, Sale 7812, Lot 2 - Pair of Fauteuils En Cabriolet by Martin Delaporte, sold $12,269 Sotheby's, Amsterdam, November 1st, 2006, Lot 1216 - Single Fauteuil in Régence taste in the manner of Martin Delaporte, sold $3,840 Christies, Sale 1987, Lot 313 - Set of Four Fauteuils En Cabriolet by Martin Delaporte, sold $22,500 Literature: French Furniture of the Eighteenth Century, Pierre Verlet, f. 90 starting at pg. 88 with the signature of M. Delaporte visible under 5-6 mm. Measurements: 26 3/4" W x 23 3/4" D x 36 3/4" H; 17" H to seat Condition Report: Chairs professionally restored at one point, adding corner blocks to undersides, most legs with repairs, one leg (front right of right chair) replaced with exceptional skill; portions of the frame, legs and arms have splicing and patching. Extensive inactive worm damage throughout. Surface is not original, protected under wax and with obvious glazing to some areas, probably to hide some repairs. The chairs remain very sturdy and strong. Upholstery in "fair" condition with minor blemishes. Additional high resolution images are available on our website or upon request.

Creator:
Martin Delaporte (Cabinetmaker)
Dimensions:
Height: 36.75 in (93.35 cm)Width: 26.75 in (67.95 cm)Depth: 36.75 in (93.35 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Louis XV (Of the Period)
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
18th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1740
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
Seller Location:
Shippensburg, PA
Reference Number:
Seller: 1407NPK15P1stDibs: LU105901268870