Antiques
Fine Furniture from Iconic l'Enfant Gallery: A Pair of French Louis XV Style Chairs
- Item Number
- 150
- Estimated Value
- 1200 USD
- Opening Bid
- 500 USD - Item Has a Reserve
The winning bid will go to FrontStream Global Fund (tax ID 26-3265577), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, which will send the donation to TRICOLORE COMMITTEE (tax ID 522095542) on behalf of the winner.
Item Description
Introducing Exquisite Elegance: 19th Century Carved Gilt Louis XV Style Side Chairs.
Step into a world of timeless beauty and refinement with this pair of 19th-century French carved gilt Louis V style side chairs.
The skirts of each char consists of alternating "C" and reverse "C" scrolls, which center Rococo carved shells. Shell carved knees and cabriolet legs terminate in scrolled elegant knuckled feet.
Dimensions:
Height: 38"
Seat Height: 17.5"
Seat Width: 22"
Seat Depth: 21"
These chairs are located at the Maison Francaise, Embassy of France, Washington DC, where they can be picked up in person. The shipping costs are the responsibility of the Purchaser. They ought to be picked up or shipped by August 15, 2023.
More than just furniture, these chairs are a captivating piece of craftmanship that can be passed down through generations. Whether you showcase them in a formal living room, a stately library, an intimate study, or to create an inviting contrast in a contemporary interior, they are certain to become the focal point of attention in any room.
The chairs are in excellent condition and can be reupholstered to meet your tastes (the current white checkerboard fabric has a black mark).
Item Special Note
About L'Enfant Gallery of Georgetown
L’Enfant Gallery of Georgetown is offering $12,000 of prestigious antique furniture from their collection. Leading the business for 50 years, Peter Colasante is a renowned expert and has pieces from Presidential collections and historic Georgetown families. As part of his 50th anniversary he is now focusing on his painting collection and so has kindly offered several pieces of furniture to our auction.
See:
Instagram @lenfantgalleryofgeorgetown
https://www.trocadero.com/stores/lenfantgallery/
https://georgetowner.com/articles/2016/02/18/sense-rich-surprise-lenfant-gallery/
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