Pair Of Empire-style Mahogany Armchairs With Napoleonic Emblems—19th Century

Pair of Empire-period mahogany armchairs with Napoleonic emblems - 19th century

A beautiful pair of Empire-period mahogany armchairs, richly adorned with gilded bronze fittings featuring palmette motifs, rosettes, and imperial designs. 

The straight backrest is accented by an elegant row of nails, while the armrests rest on turned supports topped with stylized capitals.

The red fabric upholstery, featuring laurel wreaths and “N” monograms, reinforces the Napoleonic character of the set. 

The simple yet powerful lines, combined with the quality of the mahogany, are characteristic of the Empire style of the early 19th century.

Features:

Solid mahogany
Gilded bronze ornamentation
Studded trim
Red fabric with Imperial motifs
Pair of matching armchairs

Dimensions (per piece):

Height: 100 cm
Width: 62 cm
Depth: 57 cm

Period:
Empire; early 19th-century work in the First Empire style.

Condition:
Very good overall condition.

Sound and stable structure.

Upholstery and fabric in good condition for their age.

Slight signs of wear consistent with the piece’s age