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Empire period ormolu and mahogany swans' heads stool

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Empire period ormolu and mahogany swans' heads stool French, Early 19th Century Height 68cm, width 77cm, depth 39cm This beautiful antique stool is a classic example of Empire period design: with elegant curved armrests which are designed to look like swans' necks, the seat features skilfully-cast gilt bronze swans' heads. The cream-coloured upholstered cushion-seat rests on a rectangular mahogany frame, which rests on sabre-form legs, in turn set on gilt bronze paw feet. Stamped for the retailer, 'Hopilliart & Leroy,' the stool is crafted from mahogany and mounted with gilt-bronze, and was made in the Early 19th Century,
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 30.32 in (77 cm)Depth: 15.36 in (39 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1820
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: N-00301stDibs: LU956329779622

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