Pair of Armchairs, Carved and Polychromed Wood, Zebra Print Upholstery, Louis XV, Circa 1790 – France
Style: Louis XV
Material: Carved and Polychromed Wood
Period: Late 18th Century, circa 1790
Country of Origin: France
Good condition for its age and use
Dimensions: 96 x 60 x 70 cm
Seat Height: 42 cm
Spectacular pair of French à la reine armchairs in the Louis XV style and period, upholstered with an original and elegant zebra print. The frame, made of carved and polychromed wood in an off-white tone, features sinuous lines in its cabriole legs, which end in a small scroll, curved arms, and an undulating molding that runs along the entire frame. The à la reine style is distinguished by its straight back, designed to provide greater poise and comfort. The queen-style armchair is a type of chair characteristic of 18th-century French furniture, associated from its inception with the Louis XV style. It is distinguished by its straight back (unlike the cabriolet, which is curved), open arms, and cabriole-shaped legs. It was a parlor chair, designed for high-society women, combining elegance and comfort.
Delicate floral and vegetal carvings adorn the wood, subtly outlining the backrest, which is topped with a shield, as well as the arms and the seat valance. The most striking feature is the zebra-print upholstery, reminiscent of the designs of the classic American designer Ralph Lauren, who favored these combinations, making them truly covetable pieces.
The resulting aesthetic can be interpreted as suitable for a refined English setting, a library, or an office, as well as for creating more exotic spaces. A great opportunity to acquire period pieces with an intrinsic spirit of sophistication and refinement.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsCreme, BlackMaterialWoodNumber of items2Height96 cmWidth60 cmDepth70 cmSeat height42 cmSigns of usageScratches