Pair of Louis XV wing chairs

Elegant pair of wing chairs in beige lacquered walnut with Regency style decorations. Flat backrests with sculpted central notch. Armrest consoles animated and sculpted with an acanthus leaf. Curved feet and belt with foliage shell decorations. Side rails carved with a scallop shell. Refurbishment of the armchairs in ivory silk lampas with floral branch motifs with matching silk piping (Italian manufacturer) and its feather cushion. Work from the Louis XV period. Old restorations. Beautiful wear to the patina. Healthy structure and wood. Very good general condition. Origin, castle furniture. Generous dimensions: height-108cm width-72cm depth-81cm. Unusual seats. Certificate of authenticity. Careful delivery. The Louis XV bergère is a comfortable armchair with a low and deep seat. This highly sought-after seat is distinguished by its enveloping shapes. The low feet take on a curved, doe-foot shape. The uprights and structure remain visible. It was invented around 1720 to become a very fashionable piece of furniture in the salons of the mid-18th century. Its price, generally high, depends on its aesthetics and its level of comfort. The eared shepherdess or Louis XV confessional shepherdess is made up of cheeks located on the upper arms. The backrest remains flat or very slightly curved.

Ref. : PF9B2255