French Empire Mahogany Desk Armchair

French Empire Mahogany Desk ArmchairA superb quality French early 19th century Empire period mahogany desk armchair (fauteuil de bureau en acajou d'epoque Empire) in the style of Jacob Desmalter. Circa 1810. Why we like it Its super heavy quality mahogany has naturally mellowed over time to the most splendid and sought after golden colour that you will ever see on a French piece of furniture, much of which was re finished. The thick and heavy quality of its chunky carved frame and a

A related pair of open armchairs in the Chinoiserie taste was sold at Christie's

having a most unusual feature - turned and reeded back uprights

Late Qing dynasty

13¼ x 19¼ in

rosewood veneered tip-up top with original brass latch

pleasing faded mellow colour

overglaze iron-red and gilt with shaped panels of chrysanthemum

Irish or English

and yet a boyish inexperience exceedingly delightful

possibly from the same set

with a partner

attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London