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Specification ROOMCH1259 · SIMPLE

Louis XVI Gilded Salon Armchair with Damask Upholstery

SKU · ROOMCH1259
Louis XVI Neoclassical
Handcrafted Louis XVI salon armchair featuring an ornately gilded solid wood frame and lustrous powder-blue damask upholstery, handmade in Egypt by Brass & Wood.
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Specifications

DimensionsH 107 cm x W 76 cm x D 68 cm
Weight100 kg
MaterialsSolid Wood, Fabric
Country of OriginEgypt
Design StyleLouis XVI Neoclassical
Ideal PlacementLiving Room
Delivery Time45-60 Days
Assembly RequiredNo Assembly
Care InstructionsDust with Dry Cloth, Professional Cleaning Recommended, Polish Periodically
HandcraftedYes — by Egyptian artisans
FragileYes — handle with care
CustomizableYes — contact us for custom orders

Description

Royal Inspiration: The Louis XVI Tradition

This salon armchair is a faithful homage to the refined elegance of the Louis XVI period, characterized by its strict neoclassical lines, architectural symmetry, and abundant carved ornament. The crested top rail crowns a richly decorated back framed by fluted columns, evoking the grandeur of 18th-century French court interiors. Every decorative motif — from the acanthus-leaf frieze along the seat rail to the figurative carved terminals on the armrests — is executed with the precision and devotion that define Brass & Wood's handcraft tradition.

Materials & Finish

The frame is built from a solid wood foundation and finished entirely in hand-applied gold leaf, giving it the warm, luminous gilded character synonymous with period French furniture. The upholstery presents a powder-blue damask fabric woven with a tonal white floral and urn motif that perfectly complements the gilt frame. Cushions are generously filled for comfortable seating without sacrificing the chair's formal silhouette.

Craftsmanship

Each chair is entirely handcrafted in Egypt by Brass & Wood's master artisans, who combine time-honoured carving, gilding, and upholstery techniques passed down through generations. No two pieces are identical; subtle variations in the gilding and fabric drape are the natural hallmarks of genuine handcraft. The result is a statement piece that brings authentic European classical heritage into any living room.

Dimensions

Height: 107 cm | Width: 76 cm | Depth: 68 cm. These measurements are visible in the product imagery and represent the overall envelope of the chair including the carved crest.