1950's Louis XVI Style Gilt Carved Armchair

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An exceptionally decorative French Louis XV-style armchair, made in France and beautifully crafted from carved walnut with a rich gilded … Read more An exceptionally decorative French Louis XV-style armchair, made in France and beautifully crafted from carved walnut with a rich gilded finish. Combining graceful French proportions, elaborate hand-carved ornamentation, and luxurious patterned upholstery, this chair has the commanding presence of a statement piece while retaining the elegance and refinement associated with traditional French seating.

The walnut frame is extensively carved and highlighted with warm gold gilding, creating a softly aged, luminous surface that accentuates the chair’s sculptural details. The tall upholstered back is framed by a beautifully shaped crest rail, rising at the center to an elaborate carved floral and foliate ornament. Additional carved details continue along the perimeter of the back, giving the chair an architectural yet graceful silhouette.

The open arms sweep gently downward toward upholstered armrests and terminate in carved scrolls. The supports are enriched with classical leaf carving and gilded highlights. Below, the generous upholstered seat is surrounded by a carved apron decorated with repeating foliate motifs. Slender, tapered and fluted legs complete the composition, lending visual lightness to the substantial chair.

Particularly striking is the green and coral-red patterned upholstery. The principal fabric is a sophisticated sage to olive green, woven with a subtle tone-on-tone damask pattern of scrolling floral and foliate motifs. This understated background is dramatically contrasted by broad vertical bands of coral, muted red, cream, and gold, featuring an intricate stylized botanical design reminiscent of traditional European brocade or damask textiles.

The contrasting decorative bands run vertically through both the back and seat, visually elongating the chair and emphasizing its formal proportions. Coordinating patterned fabric appears on the upholstered armrests and seat edges, creating a carefully composed, richly layered appearance. The warm reds and golds harmonize especially well with the gilded walnut frame, while the green provides a sophisticated counterpoint.

Made in France, this handsome gilded walnut Louis XV-style armchair would be a magnificent addition to a formal living room, library, bedroom, salon, or grand entry, offering an impressive combination of French craftsmanship, ornamental carving, rich color, and timeless decorative elegance.

Dimensions: 41 inches high x 25 inches wide x 23.25 inches deep. Seat Height 17 See less