Venetian walnut Louis XV armchair
Technical information:
Period: mid-18th century
Origin: Veneto (Italy)
Wood: Walnut
Height: 99 cm
Seat height: 40 cm
Width: 70 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Description:
Venetian armchair made of solid walnut, from the mid-18th century, in full Louis XV style.
The structure highlights the typical curved lines of the rocaille style, reworked here in an Italian key: the front legs are cabriole, with a sinuous movement that transmits movement and lightness, while the rear ones maintain the same harmonious curvature. The armrests, also shaped and connected naturally, follow a fluid design that dialogues with the softness of the overall line.
The backrest, high and curved in the upper part, has a central openwork carving with a stylized lyre motif, which gives verticality and elegance. The seat is in hand-woven rope, a detail which, in addition to guaranteeing solidity and functionality, recalls the tradition of Venetian manufactures intended for villa rather than palace contexts, where comfort was combined with a refined but sober taste.
This walnut armchair represents a significant example of 18th-century Venetian production: a piece of furniture that combines the formal dynamism of the Rococo with the concreteness and naturalness typical of the tradition.
Restoration information:
The photographs you see show the furniture in a condition that has not yet been restored or only partially restored.
At the time of sale, the restoration will be completed according to the customer's tastes and wishes.
Our laboratory guarantees a conservative restoration, aimed at respecting the integrity and authenticity of each piece of furniture. All pieces are treated to ensure solidity, durability and hygiene.
At the end of the interventions, the furniture will be ready for use, suitable for storing clothing, dishes or food.
Planned interventions:
Structural restoration: restoration of small missing parts, closing of any cracks on the backrest, consolidation of deteriorated areas, checking and repairing of the hardware.
Accurate anti-woodworm treatment.
Cleaning and sanitizing of the interior.
External finish with natural beeswax.
Internal finish with shellac, a natural alcohol-based varnish.
