Louis XV Gilded Salon Armchair with Tapestry Upholstery
Handcrafted Louis XV armchair with gold-leaf gilded solid wood frame, deep navy gobelin tapestry upholstery, and ornate cabriole legs — a regal centrepiece for any salon.
Handcrafted Louis XV armchair with gold-leaf gilded solid wood frame, deep navy gobelin tapestry upholstery, and ornate cabriole legs — a regal centrepiece for any salon.
The SALCHA1972 armchair is a faithful homage to the exuberant Louis XV period, characterised by flowing asymmetric curves, shell and acanthus motifs, and a sense of graceful movement throughout the frame. The centrepiece of the backrest features a hand-rendered figurative tapestry panel depicting classical allegorical figures, surrounded by scrollwork rendered in deep navy and gold — evoking the grandeur of 18th-century French palatial interiors.
The frame is constructed from solid hardwood, hand-carved by Brass & Wood craftsmen and finished with genuine gold-leaf gilding applied through traditional water-gilding techniques. The upholstery fabric is a high-quality gobelin tapestry in deep navy with intricate floral and figurative motifs on both the seat and back panels. Brass nailhead trim punctuates the perimeter of each upholstered surface, adding a refined finishing detail.
Every element of this armchair is produced by hand in the Brass & Wood atelier in Egypt. Carvers trace every curve of the cabriole leg, every shell relief on the apron, and every scroll on the armrest by hand. The gilding process involves multiple layers of bole and gold leaf burnished to a warm, lustrous finish. Upholstery is stretched and tacked by hand to ensure lasting tension and a perfectly tailored silhouette.
Height: 105 cm | Width: 60 cm | Depth: 60 cm. Suitable as a standalone accent chair or paired symmetrically flanking a sofa or fireplace in a formal living room.
| Materials | Solid Wood, Fabric |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Egypt |
| Dimensions | H 105 cm × W 60 cm × D 60 cm |
| Assembly Required | No Assembly |
| Ability to Customize | Yes |
| Handcrafted | Yes |
| Delivery Time | 45-60 Days |
| Fragile | Yes |
| Care Instructions | Dust with Dry Cloth, Professional Cleaning Recommended |
| Placement Room | Living Room |
| Design Style | Louis XV / Rococo |
| Cane Weaving | None |
| Cushion Fill | High Density Foam |
| Cushion Removable | No |
| Leg Count | 4 |
| Leg Style | Cabriole |
| Seat Firmness | Medium |
| Fabric Type | Gobelin |
| Fabric Color | Navy Blue |
| Upholstery Style | Nailhead Trim |
| Fabric Color | Jacquard |
| Upholstery Presence | Yes |
| Brass Color | Gold |
| Wood Color | Gold |
| Wood Finish | Hand Rubbed |
| Ornamentation Level | Heavily Ornate |