Pair of Period “Balloon Back” Armchairs – Rococo Revival Style (19th Century)

A prestigious pair of period armchairs dating back to the second half of the 19th century, in the Rococo Revival style (Louis-Philippe/Second Empire). These pieces epitomize the elegance of the upper-middle-class living rooms of the time and are characterized by the famous "balloon" backrest shape.

Technical and Artistic Details:

Structure: Made of finely hand-carved fine wood with floral motifs on the top and front crosspiece.

Legs: Classic arched front legs (“cabriole”) equipped with original brass/ceramic casters, perfect for easy movement without damaging floors.

Upholstery: Refined sage green damask fabric with floral garland motifs. The armrests are embellished with elegant trimmings and dangling tassels.

Condition: Excellent. The structure is solid and the padding is still perfectly supported. The fabric is well preserved.

Dimensions:

Total height: 124 cm

Width: 70 cm

Depth: 60 cm

Seat height: 45 cm