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Pair of Antique French Painted Directoire Style Armchairs, Circa 1900
$6,600per set
£4,998.89per set
€5,741.05per set
CA$9,248.76per set
A$10,055.27per set
CHF 5,331.31per set
MX$120,537.13per set
NOK 67,758.25per set
SEK 62,075.77per set
DKK 42,907.08per set
About the Item
The period of French history known as Directoire was a difficult time, as it arrived at the end of the Revolutionary War. Furnishings in this style, such as our pair of painted armchairs (circa 1900), were less ornate than offerings from past regimes, as pieces associated with the monarchy were reviled. Typically, when carvings were seen, they were Neoclassical in nature.
Gray was a fashionable color during Directoire, making a logical palette for the linen upholstery of these chairs. In addition to the plush cushion, the seat back and two small manchettes are covered in gray fabric with piping. Embellished by modified à cornes (horned) backs, with canted ends terminating in half-pyramid finials, the backs slightly taper before meeting the wide outswing arms. In a similar fashion to the arms, the skirt curves outward and is adorned with beading. Square dies, carved with rosettes form joineries above fluted legs with arrow feet. The gently sloping arm stumps are also fluted, as are the short volute hand rests. Finished with a very well-distressed white and gray paint (added more recently), these Directoire-style armchairs can be placed in a bedroom, living room, or library.
- Dimensions:Height: 40.75 in (103.51 cm)Width: 26.75 in (67.95 cm)Depth: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Seat Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Directoire (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1900
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition, with minor nicks and rubs. The distressed painted finish was done more recently. Very light stains to the upholstery in some areas.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 423-1651stDibs: LU906337128242
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