Set of Four French Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs

Description

Magnificent set of four dining chairs made in the French Louis XIII and French Louis XIV transitional taste. Featuring a … more Magnificent set of four dining chairs made in the French Louis XIII and French Louis XIV transitional taste. Featuring a dramatic Fortuny style upholstery with an urn motif in a bold citron-yellow silk style fabric. The bases feature an X-form stretcher that conjoins the turned column style legs. The finish is decorated with parcel gilt accents. The generous seats have large, flared backs with a humped crest on the tops. Excellent joinery and craftsmanship from Italy. Purchased from an estate in Beverly Hills, CA.

Dimensions: 22"w x 27"d x 49"h, Seat 19"h

Circa: Late 20th Century, Italy

Materials: Fabric, Giltwood, Wood

Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with strong joinery and age appropriate wear and fading. Vintage fabric shows well with some minor areas of stain and scuffs as seen in photos. less