Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
An elegant French side chair from around 1860, with a richly carved dark wooden frame, decorative metal ornaments and fresh red velvet upholstery. It is a characterful example of the eclectic, opulent furniture made in France during the Second Empire, and it brings instant warmth and a touch of theatre to any room.
The tall back is framed by carved uprights and topped with a shaped crest rail, which carries a set of initials, a lovely personal detail that hints at the chair's history. Small metal ornaments are set into the frame, catching the light against the dark wood. The seat rests on turned front legs, typical of the period's revival of Louis XVI forms.
The chair has been completely reupholstered in a deep red velvet with a striped pattern. The fresh fabric makes it comfortable and ready to use, while the contrast between the rich red and the dark wood gives it a luxurious, dramatic look.
Stylistically, the chair belongs to the Napoleon III period and sits comfortably alongside Louis XVI revival, Victorian and Second Empire furniture...
Category
1860s Louis XVI Antique French Seating