A Consulat Mahogany Desk Chair, Circa 1800
Artist: Cressent
A finely moulded mahogany and mahogany-veneered armchair, with a curved backrest featuring an openwork design depicting an Athenian woman, an emblematic motif of the Neoclassical ornamental repertoire. The baluster-style armrests rest on tapered front legs and sabre-shaped rear legs.
A comparable model is reproduced in Denise Ledoux-Lebard, *Le Mobilier français du XIXe siècle, 1795–1889*, Éditions de l’Amateur, Paris, 1989, notably in the section devoted to Cressent (pp. 138–139).
A set comprising four armchairs and two chairs in mahogany, with slightly sloping backs and openwork decoration, stamped ‘Cressent’ and dated to the Consulate period, provides a particularly close comparison with this armchair.
The frame and seat are in good overall condition. Upholstered in yellow leather.
Original shellac finish, displaying a patina consistent with the piece’s age.
A comparable model is reproduced in Denise Ledoux-Lebard, *Le Mobilier français du XIXe siècle, 1795–1889*, Éditions de l’Amateur, Paris, 1989, notably in the section devoted to Cressent (pp. 138–139).
A set comprising four armchairs and two chairs in mahogany, with slightly sloping backs and openwork decoration, stamped ‘Cressent’ and dated to the Consulate period, provides a particularly close comparison with this armchair.
The frame and seat are in good overall condition. Upholstered in yellow leather.
Original shellac finish, displaying a patina consistent with the piece’s age.
1 300 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Mahogany
Width: 60 cm
Height: 89 cm
Depth: 58 cm
Reference (ID): 1812073
Availability: In stock
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