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An Exceptional Set of Six Inlaid Directoire Period Mahogany Dining Chairs

About the Item

All six frames featuring swan shaped brass inlaid motifs strikingly silhouetted against ebonized panels within brass moldings, over hand carved lyre-shaped splats replete with brass 'strings'. The frames also featuring brass strung stiles, front seat rails & sabre-leg front supports. All are in exceptionally sound condition due to the classical construction method of using oak as the secondary wood for added strength & durability. The swan motif was highly favored by cabinetmakers & mount makers during the Directoire Period and was associated with Napoleons consort Josephine, by interpreting her protective nature towards her children like that of a swan towards it's cygnets). For comparative examples see works by Charles Percier (1764-1838) and Martin-Guillaume Biennais (active 1796-1819). IMPORTANT NOTE: For all interested U.S. & Overseas clients, we are currently in the process of establishing a means to expedite the process of obtaining the necessary CITES export permit required to ship items constructed of mahogany, satinwood & other protected exotic materials - whether in part or in whole, to both United States & overseas clients. That being said, at this point it may take upwards of several weeks or possibly months to obtain the necessary CITES Export permit.

Dimensions:

Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 6

Style:

Directoire (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Mahogany,Oak,Ebonized,Inlay

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

1800-1809

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1800

Condition:

Additions or alterations made to the original: All six frames have been re-polished, not refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. All six frames remain in extremely good overall condition, and exhibit a fine old patina and a French polished surface overall. Additional images or information will gladly be provided upon request.

Seller Location:

Ottawa, CA

Reference Number:

Seller: furn-0021stDibs: LU272837412943

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