Description
This is a Louis XVI-style armchair, also known as a French Provincial or neoclassical style chair, featuring a painted frame and a green patterned upholstery.
The chair is characterized by the refined, architectural, and symmetrical elements popular during the French Louis XVI period (late 18th century).
It has a white or off-white painted solid wood frame with a slightly distressed or aged patina. The legs are tapered and fluted, a classic neoclassical detail, and rosette accents may be present on the corners.
Back: The back is a medallion back shape, which conjoins to the seat.
It is upholstered with a light green fabric featuring a geometric or trellis pattern, in a style that is often referred to as damask or similar.
Form: As an armchair (or fauteuil in French)
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor wear consistent with age. Not sure if new upholstery.
Materials & Techniques:
Upholstery, Wood
Details:
Seat Height: 21.5in
Arm Height: 28.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The chair is characterized by the refined, architectural, and symmetrical elements popular during the French Louis XVI period (late 18th century).
It has a white or off-white painted solid wood frame with a slightly distressed or aged patina. The legs are tapered and fluted, a classic neoclassical detail, and rosette accents may be present on the corners.
Back: The back is a medallion back shape, which conjoins to the seat.
It is upholstered with a light green fabric featuring a geometric or trellis pattern, in a style that is often referred to as damask or similar.
Form: As an armchair (or fauteuil in French)
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Minor wear consistent with age. Not sure if new upholstery.
Materials & Techniques:
Upholstery, Wood
Details:
Seat Height: 21.5in
Arm Height: 28.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; Minor wear consistent with age. Not sure if new upholstery.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
44.5 x 21.5 x 21 in
19th Century Louis XVI-style Distressed White Frame Arm Chair
Estimate $220-$450
Starting Bid
$110
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