Pair of Early 19th Century Salon Chairs

Pair of Early 19th Century Salon ChairsA pair of Regency era bergre library or salon chairs, in the style of Gillows of Lancaster and London. English, circa 1825. Why we like them Arguably the most comfortable model of chair ever created. The padded, wrap around backrests provide useful support for the back, but also lend more presence to these chairs. Design The innovative design of these chairs reflects the late 18th early 19th century search for new forms in all areas of art,

raised on brass castors

Rococo – the highly ornate style which sought to glorify Nature – was named from the rocaille (rock) and the coquille (shell)

Diameter: 10” / 26 cm

Very pretty chairs

5 in / 42 cm

This particular example has an unusual and rare

of which the present tables are finest examples

produces a flowing

For a further related pair

in the style of Thomas Chippendale

which was promoted back in fashion by the Prince Regent's whimsical confection of the Brighton Pavillion

the preferred wood of the firm for its rich qualities and dramatic contrast to the gilded wood and metal mounts