Antique Louis XVI Vanity Chair, Deconstructed
A French Louis XVI period boudoir chair with a deconstructed seat and soft rouge damask silk upholstered back.
Crafted from solid wood with mortise and tenon construction during the latter half of the 18th century, this beautiful chair features a straightforward back and is adorned with a carved laurel leaf at each shoulder, laurel wreath upon its crest, and gadrooned onion dome finials upon each upper corner.
The seat and front-facing back of the chair have been deconstructed (as found) to the fabric liner, while the seat’s back bears the original lovely rouge damask silk, all of which is tacked in place utilizing nailhead trim.
The front legs and are adorned with simple embellishments at their knees leading to fluted legs resting upon arrow feet. With its polished silhouette and exquisite style, this chair will add a hint of refined French elegance to your home, used as an accent chair in a bedroom.
Found in France, circa 1775
Solid wood construction with original soft rouge damask silk covering the seat’s back
Taupe hued paint, wonderfully complimented with gilt, covers the chair’s wooden frame
One finial has been repaired
Near perfect condition, overall wear is consistent with age
Approximately 19 1/4” W x 21 3/8” D x 35 3/8” H (at top of wreath)
Seat measures 17” D x 17 1/2” H
Available for pick up, local delivery, and nationwide shipping.
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