Here is an example of a good quality set of 8 French Empire oak and walnut high back upholstered back dining chairs, circa 1880, in excellent condition.
Summary:
• Circa: 1880
• Period: 2nd Empire
• Provenance: France
• High Back design
• Wood: Solid oak
• Walnut banding
• Ebony inlay
• Set of 8 chairs
• 2x armchairs
• 6x side chairs
• Newly upholstered
• Ivory colour chenille upholstery
• Hand tacked brass studwork
• Cabriole reeded legs
• Acanthus leaf carvings
• Carved stretchers
• Deep comfortable seats
• Hessian undersides
• Excellent condition
• Stunning quality
• Original set
• Solid in joint
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Here is an example of a good quality set of 8 French Empire oak and walnut high back upholstered back dining chairs, circa 1880, in excellent condition. The set of chairs consists of 2 armchairs and 6 side chairs. This set of chairs has been newly upholstered in top quality hardwearing ivory diamond pattern chenille quality upholstery, finished with antique hand-tacked brass studs to the perimeter of the seat frame this would have reflected the original style of upholstery used during this period. The chairs feature arched padded high-backs for extra comfort. Below the backs of the chairs are burr walnut banding with ebony inlay. The seats are well padded and have sufficient depth to them to ensure they are extremely comfortable to sit on. The chairs stand on cabriole legs with a flat reeded design and acanthus leaf carvings to the knees on block feet. The undersides of the chair feature traditional hessian upholstery. This is an original full and true set of chairs. They have not been matched together from smaller sets of chairs (which you see in some large sets of chairs for sale).
The chairs feature a dark rich oak colour. As they boast the original polish, they have a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received. This rich original colour cannot be re-created if the chairs have been re-polished.
These chairs would look would look good anywhere, from a formal dining room or within a boardroom. They would certainly grace any home or office and are a great investment, as they are extremely functional. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Condition Report:
This set of chairs is in excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the chairs but nothing significant considering the age of the chairs. The chairs have been newly re-upholstered in hardwearing Ivory colour chenille upholstery. The upholstery is therefore clean, free from wear and marks. The seat frames and chair joints are also solid. The chairs boast a dark oak colour and patination. As they boast the original polish, they have a fantastic colour and patination. This rich original colour cannot be re-created if the chairs have been re-polished. There are also no breaks to the backs, frames or legs of any of the chairs. All chairs are solid in joint and are ready to be used.
Arm Chair Dimensions:
External Height = 111.8cm or 44” or 3ft 8”
External Width = 61.7cm or 24¼” or 2ft ¼”
External Depth = 60.4cm or 23¾” or 1ft 11¾”
Seat Height = 55.5cm or 21⅞” or 1ft 9⅞”
Seat Width = 60cm or 23⅝” or 1ft 11⅝”
Seat Depth = 51cm or 20” or 1ft 8”
Back Height = 61cm or 24” or 2ft
Arm Height = 71.1cm or 28” or 2ft 4”
Side Chair Dimensions:
External Height = 108.5cm or 42¾” or 3ft 6¾”
External Width = 50cm or 19⅝” or 1ft 7⅝”
External Depth = 53.4cm or 21” or 1ft 9”
Seat Height = 54.5cm or 21½” or 1ft 9½”
Seat Width = 49cm or 19¼” or 1ft 7¼”
Seat Depth = 44cm or 17⅜” or 1ft 5⅜”
Back Height = 58cm or 22⅞” or 1ft 10⅞”