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Circa 1770 pair of French fauteuils en cabriolet (open arm chairs). Transitional Rococo to Neo-classical period and design (Louis XV-XVI). Carved walnut & beech, original gilding removed at least 50 years ago. Raised on turned, tapered, fluted legs. Rosettes anchor each apron corner & leg. Note the fully developed & elegantly raked rear legs. Whorl & finger carving distinguish the backs & arms. Evidence of old worm. One rear leg professionally repaired. Expected minor losses & wear given age & use.

39.5″ h., 25.25″ w., 26″ d.

Circa 1770 pair of French fauteuils en cabriolet (open arm chairs). Transitional Rococo to Neo-classical period and design (Louis XV-XVI). Carved walnut & beech, original gilding removed at least 50 years ago. Raised on turned, tapered, fluted legs. Rosettes anchor each apron corner & leg. Note the fully developed & elegantly raked rear legs. Whorl & finger carving distinguish the backs & arms. Evidence of old worm. One rear leg professionally repaired. Expected minor losses & wear given age & use.

39.5″ h., 25.25″ w., 26″ d.