Set of 4 walnut chairs, Directoire style, late 18th century

Set of 4 walnut chairs, Directoire style, late 18th century The four chairs shown are elegant walnut chairs with upholstered seats covered in fabric, attributable to the Directoire style, which was popular between the late 18th century and the early 19th century. Description of the chairs Material: warm, compact walnut wood with a beautiful period patina. Seat: wide, slightly rounded, upholstered in brown velvet fabric. Backrest: clean and rigorous lines, with: an upper crossbar shaped with a slight widening towards the edges; a central medallion carved in a fan shape, a decorative element characteristic of the Directoire style, reminiscent of the neoclassical taste; Legs: straight and tapered, truncated pyramid-shaped, typical of the period, giving the structure a sense of lightness and elegance. Dimensions Total height: 83 cm Seat height: 41 cm Width: 49 cm Depth: 40 cm