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Pair of Louis XVI Chairs, Signed by Georges Jacob

About the Item

A pair of Medallion chairs (Louis XVI) Gustavian chairs made in France, Paris, by Georges Jacob. Paris most eminent and productive carpenter, lived 1739-1814 and became a master 1765. The chairs are a pair where one has the signature underneath. They have scraped original paint.
  • Attributed to:
    Georges Jacob (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)Seat Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Gustavian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Scraped original paint. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8515234105602
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