Antique French Empire Revival Mahogany and Ormolu Mounted Armchair, 19th Century

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This is a fine antique french empire revival ormolu mounted mahogany armchair, circa 1880 in date. The bow-shaped chair features … Read more This is a fine antique french empire revival ormolu mounted mahogany armchair, circa 1880 in date. The bow-shaped chair features superb ormolu decoration including anthemion, rosettes and palmette mounts. The top rail above a central shaped slat backrest, the overstuffed-seat is upholstered in its original tan leather and it is raised on square tapering legs terminating in ormolu lion's paw feet. It is an absolute masterpiece which is sure to get a lot of attention wherever it is placed. The botanical name for the mahogany this item is made of is swietenia macrophylla and this type of mahogany is not subject to cites regulation. Condition: in excellent poriginal condition having only been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: height 82 cm x width 60 cm x depth 54 cm height 49 cm - seat height See less