Some people have a fetish for shoes and purses. I have one for chairs.
Take this beautiful 19th c. Empire Chair with Ormolu, for instance...
France
Beautifully restored walnut Empire chair with original ormolu. Original leather upholstery and french brass tacks.
Or this gorgeous Set of 6 19th c. Empire Marquetry Chairs in Belgian Linen
France
late 19th c.
Simple and elegant Empire style chairs with marquetry work. Upholstered in a white belgian linen.
Or even.....
Pair 19th c. Louis XIII Chairs
France
19th c.
Beautifully carved Louis XII chairs. Fully restored and upholstered in a thick Belgian Linen with french brass tacks.
And what about this lovely
19th c. Painted Louis XVI Chair
France
c. 1880-1910.
Charming Louis XVI chair with caned back and carved details throughout. Painted in a pale grey white with soft patina. Burlap upholstered seat.
So many choices, such little seating time.......
All part of my new inventory at disegno Karina Gentinetta.....
Take a seat, any seat, won't you stay a while??????
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Dear Karina , what is it about chairs? I have so many and always get excited when I see another.
ReplyDeleteMy husband always groans when I sigh over another one ,he says we should own the[ odd chair co ] Love the louis xvi one Beverleyxxx