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19th Century Regency Pair of Chairs, circa 1820
$6,801.56per set
£5,000per set
€5,836.45per set
CA$9,490.67per set
A$10,275.63per set
CHF 5,463.08per set
MX$123,931.22per set
NOK 68,701.32per set
SEK 64,049.20per set
DKK 43,590.85per set
About the Item
A superb quality pair of Regency period library or salon chairs, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London.
English, circa 1825.
Why we like them
Quite possibly the most comfortable model of chair ever created. The padded, wrap-around backrests provide useful support for the back, but also lend more presence to these chairs.
Design
The innovative design of these chairs reflects the late 18th – early 19th century search for new forms in all areas of art, corresponding to the shifts in political thought in the post-Revolutionary France. Rooted in classical Greek and Roman Antiquity that was firmly associated with democratic ideals, such new designs, inspired by the ceremonial seats of high magistrates of Ancient Rome, became a visual expression of the intellectual inclinations of the progressive elites. Charles Percier and Pierre Fontaine, the legendary French architects to Napoleon Bonaparte, were responsible for developing this influential neoclassical Empire, or Directoire, style of design.
The Gillows firm produced this comfortable and popular model of 'curricle' bergère in various timbers and with various form of decoration.
A very similar set of chairs sold from the Collection of the Marquis and Marquise de Ravenel, Christie's London, 21 November 2007, lot 44 (£16,000). For a further related set see Christie's London, 6 March 2008, lot 43 (£22,100).
Dimensions
Width: 51.5 cm / 20.25”
Depth: 56 cm / 22”
Height: 82 cm / 32”
Seat height: 41 cm / 16.25”
Fine antique condition, newly recovered in very chic Irish linen/cotton textile.
- Dimensions:Height: 32.29 in (82 cm)Width: 20.48 in (52 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)Seat Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Regency (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Fine antique condition, newly recovered in very chic Irish linen/cotton textile. Ready for placement and immediate use.
- Seller Location:Richmond, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1781243441892
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