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Rare Suite of 42 Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
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Description
An exceptional and highly decorative suite of forty-two giltwood dining chairs comprising thirty-four single chairs and eight carver armchairs executed in the elegant Louis XVI neoclassical manner.The chairs feature beautifully oval medallion backs framed by finely moulded giltwood borders and raised on tapering fluted legs, a hallmark of classical late-18th-century inspired design. The frames retain their rich gilded finish which highlights the crisp detailing throughout.
Each chair is upholstered in a luxurious bronze-gold silk damask, woven with striking neoclassical ornament. The backs display a classical urn within a laurel wreath, while the seats feature an elegant anthemion and foliate motif, creating a cohesive and refined decorative scheme. A decorative braided trim finishes the upholstery around the frames.
The carver armchairs are particularly elegant, with gracefully curved padded arms terminating in fluted supports, echoing the classical proportions of the suite.
This is an impressive and rare dining suite, ideal for a grand dining room, hotel, or formal entertaining space where a large number of guests can be seated in coordinated elegance.
Condition Report
The chairs are presented in very good condition. The upholstery remains clean and well presented. They are all sturdy and structurally sound.
Dimensions
Single Chairs (34)
Height: 92 cm (36.2 in)
Width: 45 cm (17.7 in)
Depth: 43 cm (16.9 in)
Seat Height: 47 cm (18.5 in)
Carver Chairs (8)
Height: 92 cm (36.2 in)
Width: 58 cm (22.8 in)
Depth: 48 cm (18.9 in)
Seat Height: 47 cm (18.5 in)
Date: Early 20th Century (1940)
Origin: French Style
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Shipping information
We deliver for free throughout mainland UK.
International shipping is available at a reasonable cost, please contact us for details.
International shipping is available at a reasonable cost, please contact us for details.
Terms and conditions
We offer a 14 day money back guarantee in the unlikely event that you are not satisfied with your purchase, we just ask that you pay for the cost of returning it to us.
Our Clock Warranty-
All clocks purchased from London City Antiques are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty includes mechanical failures, but does not include damage caused by improper use, tampering, environmental damage or physical damage. If your clock has a genuine defect that satisfies the conditions of the warranty and is within the warranty period we will, at our discretion and without cost to you, complete the necessary replacement of parts and/or rectify a fault or action any repair as identified by a fully trained horologist. In the unlikely event that a repair is not successful a full refund will be offered.
Our Clock Warranty-
All clocks purchased from London City Antiques are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty includes mechanical failures, but does not include damage caused by improper use, tampering, environmental damage or physical damage. If your clock has a genuine defect that satisfies the conditions of the warranty and is within the warranty period we will, at our discretion and without cost to you, complete the necessary replacement of parts and/or rectify a fault or action any repair as identified by a fully trained horologist. In the unlikely event that a repair is not successful a full refund will be offered.
Date1940s :
1940
Codeas1055a4712 / 3007
Price £32000.00 
€37072.00 
$42716.80 
The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 12/MAR/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerLondon City Antiques Telephone07834270128Non UK callers :+44 7834270128 Emaillondoncityantiques@gmail.com
€37072.00 
$42716.80 
The price has been listed in British Pounds.Conversion rates as of 12/MAR/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerLondon City Antiques Telephone07834270128Non UK callers :+44 7834270128 Emaillondoncityantiques@gmail.com
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