Walnut Black Forest Chaise Longue by Matthijs Horrix for Horrix the Hague, 1890s

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Magnificent and ultra rare Black Forest chaise longue. Design by Matthijs Horrix for the famous Dutch cabinet makers Horrix Den … more Magnificent and ultra rare Black Forest chaise longue. Design by Matthijs Horrix for the famous Dutch cabinet makers Horrix Den Haag. Striking Dutch design from the 1880s. Solid hand-carved walnut base with green velvet upholstery. This wonderful Black Forest chaise longue by Matthijs Horrix for Horrix Den Haag is in very good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. The Horrix company was established in Den Haag or The Hague and gained fame during the so-called eclectic period during the 19th Century. Their work was inspired by older styles of furniture but with fashionable features that was then considered new. The company also made Rustic style furniture that was very popular in the Northern Countries and England. These unusual objects entered the interiors of upper class houses especially popular in Biedermeier styles in Germany and Black Forest styles in Switzerland. Horrix enjoyed highly acclaimed success and thanks to their good reputation, they were asked in 1883 to built the Royal throne of King William III of the Netherlands. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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