Summary:
• Circa: 1910 – 1920
• Period: 3rd Republic
• Set of carved ladder back chairs
• 6 Side Chairs + 2 Armchairs
• Wood: Solid oak
• Freshly upholstered
• Taupe shade wool & cotton upholstery
• Drop in seats
• Carved serpentine frame
• Cabriole front legs
• Scroll toes
• “H” stretchers
• Original polish & patination
• Fantastic colour
• Excellent condition
• Solid in joint
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
Here is an example of a superb quality set of 8 antique French matched Louis XV revival oak provincial ladder-back kitchen-dining chairs, circa 1910 – 1920. This set retains the original polish, which is why the they have a fantastic depth of colour and patination. They boast a lovely golden oak colour; it is impossible to re-create this colour if the chairs have been re-polished. The chairs have drop in seats, which have been newly upholstered in top quality hard wearing taupe shade wool & cotton upholstery. This set consists of 6 side chairs and 2 armchairs. The shaped ladder-backs are typical of French provincial chairs. The top rail of the ladder-back features elegant floral carvings. This floral carving is repeated as a cartouche on the front rails of serpentine chair frame, below the seat. The front legs feature a pretty cabriole design and terminate on scroll toes. Underneath, the chairs are connected with four ring turned stretchers to ensure they are sturdy. The backs of the legs are shaped which is a sign of good quality. The chairs are very comfortable, solid in joint and would look good in either a traditional or contemporary setting.
They feature a rich golden oak colour. As they boast the original polish, they have a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through the years of care and cleaning they have received. This truly is a very beautiful set of chairs with quality construction and is original throughout. It is rare to see one in such good condition.
The chairs would look superb in a variety of rooms from the kitchen to 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 matched chairs is in very good condition. They retain their original polish; which is why they boast such a lovely golden oak colour and patination; it is impossible to re-create this colour if the chairs have been re-polished. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and minor colour variation but nothing significant considering the age of the chairs. The drop-in seats have been freshly re-upholstered in taupe shade wool & cotton upholstery. The upholstery is therefore clean, free from wear and marks. The seat frames and chair joints are also solid. There are no breaks to the backs, frames or legs of any of the chairs. They are solid in joint, stand level and are ready to be used.
Side Chair Dimensions:
External Height = 98.5cm or 38¾” or 3ft 2¾”
External Width = 47.5cm or 18¾” or 1ft 6¾”
External Depth = 42cm or 16½” or 1ft 4½”
Seat Height = 48cm or 18⅞” or 6⅞”
Seat Width = 41cm or 16⅛” or 1ft 4⅛”
Seat Depth = 36cm or 14⅛” or 1ft 2⅛”
Armchair Dimensions:
External Height = 99.5cm or 39⅛” or 3ft 3⅛”
External Width = 54.3cm or 21⅜” or 1ft 9⅜”
External Depth = 50cm or 19¾” or 1ft 7¾”
Seat Height = 50cm or 19¾” or 1ft 7¾”
Seat Width = 48cm or 18⅞” or 6⅞”
Seat Depth = 43cm or 16⅞” or 1ft 4⅞”
Arm Height = 70.2cm or 27⅝” or 2ft 3⅝”
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Ref. 8 French Ladder Chairs No. 59