Carved wood armchair in Louis XVI style, France, early 19th century

Carved wood armchair in Louis XVI style, France, early 19th century Measurements: cm W 65 x D 66 x H 104, seat height 47 cm Price: private negotiation Object accompanied by a certificate of authenticity This refined armchair was made in France, in the Louis XVI style, in the early 19th century. Its wooden structure is carved with classical elements. The shield-shaped backrest is crowned with a carving in the shape of a garland of flowers closed by a ribbon. The profile consists of several molded reserves, including the one in the center, carved with leaf motifs. Laterally, it is decorated with all-round sculptures in the shape of a pine cone. The two armrests, with velvet lining, end with a curl and carving with acanthus leaf and are connected to the seat with curvilinear elements. The band below the seat that surrounds the armchair replicates the same molding as the backrest. The four legs originate from die elements adorned with flower carvings and a circular, fluted capital. The legs are truncated inverted cones and fluted. Very elegant and decorative, it can be easily placed in any environment and furnishing context. Stylistically, it presents clear references to the works of the French cabinetmaker Jean-Baptiste-Claude Séné (1747-1803). His production focused mainly during the reign of Louis XVI, for whom he created various seats, together with his brother Claude II. Jean-Baptiste-Claude came from a well-known family of cabinetmakers, already active for King Louis XV, and became a master in 1769. In 1785, Jean-Baptiste-Claude received the title of supplier of royal furniture, especially for the Palace of Versailles, the Palace of Fontainebleau, and the Palace of Saint-Cloud. His works were prominent in the private apartments of Marie Antoinette.