Jean Baptist Cresson, Louis XV, 14 Dining Chairs, France, 18th C., Christies

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Title: Jean Baptist Cresson, Louis XV, 14 Dining Chairs, France, 18th C., Christies

Description: 14 Louis XV Dining Chairs by Jean Baptist Cresson, 18th Century, France, Painted, Scalamandre Upholstery

One of a kind set of stunning dining chairs. Each having curvaceous form crest rails finely carved with flowers above a molded chair back that surround the fine upholstered backs that offer great comfort to the sitter. The upholstered seats above molded shaped aprons also having carved floral design on raised cabriole legs.

The entire set upholstered in a "Verel de Belval" upholstery with cottage check contrast backs. All in a "Saint Fiacre" brocade by David Anthony in Greenwich CT for a total upholster cost of $23,640. Eight chairs stamped CRESSON, purchased in Christies France in 2000 for a cost of $30,000. The set shipped to the US, Fully painted, supported and upholstered. Auction sale on line. Upholstery receipt available upon request.

Provenance:

Property of a Greenwich CT Gentleman
Christies France Auction 1030 IMPORTANT MOBILIER, ORFEVRERIE ET OBJETS D`ART June 17 2000

Additional Information: Origin: France

Period: 18th Century

Condition: Good. Very good. Minor wear to frames in distressed painted finish as is intended.

Number of Pieces: 8+

Styles / Movements: Traditional, Louis XV

Dealer Reference #: 101-WR7

Incollect Reference #: 693077

Dimensions: Dimensions

W.

24.5 in;

H.

37 in;

D.

21 in;

W.

62.23 cm;

H.

93.98 cm;

D.

53.34 cm;

Reserve: $55,250.00

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Jean Baptist Cresson, Louis XV, 14 Dining Chairs, France, 18th C., Christies

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Estimate $66,000-$79,000

Feb 10, 2026, 4:49 PM EST

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