Here is a very good quality set of 10 French Louis XV style upholstered beech dining chairs, circa mid 20th century.
Summary
• Circa Mid 20th Century
• Set of 10 chairs (8 side chairs + 2 armchairs)
• Wood Solid beech
• Louis XV styling
• Taupe shade wool & cotton upholstery
• High back design
• Shaped top rail
• Stuff over serpentine seat
• Moulded chair frame
• Central floral cartouche
• Cabriole legs
• Scroll toes
• Original polish
• Fantastic colour & patination
• Excellent condition
• Very strong & sturdy chair
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
Description
Here is a very good quality set of 10 original French Louis XV style upholstered beech dining chairs, circa mid 20th century. The set consists of eight side chairs and 2 armchairs. The pair of armchairs boasts elegant high backs, which are connected to splayed padded arms. The side chairs are of similar design with a high shaped back and elegant shaped top rail. The chair seats feature an elegant serpentine design, with a moulded beech frieze and a central carved floral cartouche. The chairs stand on very pretty cabriole legs, which terminate on scroll toes. The set of chairs retains its original polish, which is why the chairs have a fantastic depth of colour and patination. The chairs are upholstered in a good quality hard wearing taupe shade wool & cotton upholstery, featuring a herringbone pattern with piped edges. The chairs are very comfortable, solid in joint and would look good in either a traditional or contemporary setting.
The chairs would look superb in the dining room. The chairs would certainly grace any home or office and a great investment, as they are an extremely functional. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Condition Report
This set of dining chairs is in very good condition. This is a “true” set of dining chairs i.e. they have not been matched together from smaller sets of chairs. They are of excellent quality, with a very robust design. The chair frames retain a lovely rich colour and patination. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the chairs. The upholstery is clean and in good condition. There are no breaks to the backs, frames or legs of any of the chairs. The seat frames and chair joints are also solid in joint.
Armchair Dimensions
External Height = 99.5cm or 39⅛” or 3ft 3⅛”
External Width = 54.3cm or 21⅜” or 1ft 9⅜”
External Depth = 50cm or 19⅝” or 1ft 8⅝”
Seat Height = 50cm or 19⅝” or 1ft 8⅝”
Seat Width = 48cm or 18⅞” or 1ft 7⅞”
Seat Depth = 43cm or 17” or 1ft 5”
Arm Height = 70.2cm or 27⅝” or 2ft 3⅝”
Side Chair Dimensions
External Height = 98.5cm or 38¾” or 3ft 2¾”
External Width = 47.5cm or 18¾” or 6¾”
External Depth = 42cm or 16½” or 1ft 4½”
Seat Height = 48cm or 18⅞” or 1ft 7⅞”
Seat Width = 41cm or 16⅛” or 1ft 4⅛”
Seat Depth = 36cm or 14⅛” or 2⅛
