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Maison Krieger French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Side Chair Pair

$2,500per set
£1,878.07per set
€2,165.72per set
CA$3,469.08per set
A$3,854.91per set
CHF 2,020.01per set
MX$47,273.59per set
NOK 25,764.09per set
SEK 24,237.91per set
DKK 16,164.01per set
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A pair of very fine quality antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze ormolu mounted mahogany side chairs, attributed to luxury Parisian furniture maker Maison Krieger (1826-1910) Exquisitely hand-crafted in Paris, France, in the late 19th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated King Louis 16th taste, crafted of warm rich mahogany, mounted with finely chased and chiseled doré bronze mounts, having a spindled splat, over padded seat in red fabric upholstery with ribbon trim, rising on tapering fluted legs. Well documented Krieger work, with no apparent signatures, which is typical of chairs, possibly under upholstery on frame or back of bronze mount. circa 1890 Dimensions: (approx) Each: 33" High, 16" Wide, 15" Deep; Seat height: 17.75" Maison Krieger was founded by Antoine and Nicolas Krieger in Paris in 1826. Producing and taking part in major exhibitions of the 19th century, including the Exposition Universelle and the 1849 Exposition des Produits de l'Industrie in Paris. Receiving a medal for their exhibition at the Universal Exhibitions of 1851 in London, and again in 1855, Paris. Maison Krieger created many pieces in Louis XV and Louis XVI styles, as well as 18th century and Empire designs. Maison Krieger is recorded to have been an active client of François Linke. Condition: Superb examples, in great antique condition. Presents splendidly, with nicely aged warm patina. Fairly worn upholstery. The frames having minor wear commensurate with age and use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, hand polished, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
  • Attributed to:
    Maison Krieger (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Superb examples, in great antique condition. Presents splendidly, with nicely aged warm patina. Fairly worn upholstery. The frames having minor wear commensurate with age and use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, hand polished, ready for immediate use and g.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977239001532

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