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French Empire Armchairs in Brown Vegan Leather Silk Velvet - A Pair

$12,800per set
£9,674.26per set
€11,088.38per set
CA$17,855.78per set
A$19,471.43per set
CHF 10,295.40per set
MX$234,223.18per set
NOK 130,650.22per set
SEK 119,739.71per set
DKK 82,823.32per set

About the Item

An exquisite pair of antique, handcrafted French Empire armchairs - reimagined in brown vegan leather and silk velvet leopard print. The chairs were originally made in the Early to Mid 19th Century and consist of mahogany frames. They have been newly reupholstered, with new cushions. The seats, backrest, and sides are a rich brown leather, while the backs have been redone in a luxe leopard print. Structurally, the chairs are reminiscent of Neoclassical furniture (for example those expertly crafted by the Jacob Frères duo), in the carved acanthus leaves that adorn the crown and arms, and in the elegant, turned front legs.  Dimensions of each chair: 25.5 in. width 24 in. depth 40 in. overall height 27 in. arm height at highest 24 in. arm height at lowest 20 in. seat height Condition notes: In overall very good condition and structurally sound. Newly reupholstered and new cushions. Light wear to wood that's consistent with the chairs' age and use.
  • Similar to:
    Jacob Frères (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Additions or alterations made to the original: New cushioning. Wear consistent with age and use. In overall very good condition and structurally sound. Newly reupholstered and new cushions. Light wear to wood that s consistent with the chairs age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1569248051702

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