Napoleon III
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French 19th Century Ebonized Opera Chairs
$1,200.0033.13"H x 17"W x 15"D
Dimensions: 33 ⅛” H x 17” W x 15” D
This is a superb pair of Napoleon III era opera chairs that date to the 1850s. These exceptional, ebonized chairs feature excellently patinated ladder back supports with comfortable and tightly upholstered seats on well supported legs. The chairs are upholstered in thick charcoal gray ribbed cut velvet in great condition held tightly by a row of round brass nailheads. The seat is supported by two tapered front legs and two gently splayed back legs offering extra support. The legs are attached by no less than 6 lovely turned, hand-carved stretchers which make these elegant petite chairs very sturdy and able to be used for many years to come. Be sure to view all the images in order to see the details of this attractive pair. Sold as a set only. Seat height is 17 ¼”.
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French Massive Napoleon III Giltwood Oval Mirror
$9,885.0046"H x 42"W x 3.50"D
Dimensions: 46” H x 42” W x 3 ½” D
A lavish and intricately carved French 19th Century Napoleon III style giltwood oval mirror. This amazing mirror hand-crafted in France during the reign of Napoleon III has a highly decorative oval frame that is truly dazzling. Richly embellished with finely carved neoclassical designs, a circling egg and dart pattern, scrolling acanthus leaves, and floral motifs, the oval frame also showcases thick and remarkably intact giltwork. The antique mirror glass is in excellent condition and shimmers next to the rich patinated gold leaf finish throughout the frame. Small cracks in the wood can be seen on the interior of the frame. Be sure to view all the images to get a closer look at the details and current condition of this incredible mirror.
