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Four Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Chairs in Solid Mahogany
Four mid-19th century chairs from the Louis Philippe period, crafted in solid mahogany. The backrest, with a turned top rail, features a shaped, upholstered panel that is comfortable and ergonomic, covered in beige velvet. The seat retains its traditional 19th-century construction, with hemp webbing and stitched horsehair padding, still in good condition. Solid and sturdy yet slim and well-proportioned, they are ready for daily use; well-made in carefully worked solid wood that has remained sound over time—a sign of attentive use and storage away from damp or neglect. It is easy to picture them, in the mid-1800s, in the dining room of a cultured bourgeois household, when mealtimes were formal occasions and etiquette dictated posture and composure. The front legs are turned, the rear legs gently curved, with a structure finished with care even on the back. Not rustic chairs, but refined dining pieces, perfect around a round or rectangular 19th-century table, and equally able to converse with more recent or even modern furnishings when the pairing is well-judged. The upholstery can transform their look: a rich fabric will enhance their elegant presence, while a more understated choice will make them discreet and versatile, ready to suit different settings with character.
- Condition: Tobe restored
- Period: Mid-19th century
- Style: Louis Philippe
- State: Good conditions
