Bidspirit auction | A Louis Philippe Style Mahogany-Stained

A Louis Philippe Style Mahogany-Stained Fauteuil) - A Louis Philippe Style Mahogany-Stained Fauteuil) This brand new Louis Philippe Style Mahogany-Stained fauteuil Dite 'Senat' is a handsome and substantial piece that embodies the refined, conservative aesthetic of the July Monarchy, masterfully produced by the prestigious French institution Ateliers Allot. The term ”Dite Senat” (called Senate) serves as a specific model name within the workshop's catalog, evoking the dignified, sober elegance and authoritative presence required for high-level domestic or official settings during the mid-19th century. Constructed of solid beechwood and finished with a deep mahogany stain to achieve a dark, polished effect, the frame is defined by a rectilinear silhouette and robustly turned, fluted arm supports and legs that reflect a restrained classical manner. Prioritizing superior comfort, the chair features a generous loose cushion seat and is sumptuously upholstered in Nabab - Lelièvre fabric—a luxurious deep green velvet—complemented by traditional nail-head trim. This piece represents the pinnacle of French decorative arts from an ”Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (EPV) that has integrated eight foundational trades—including cabinetmaking, upholstery, and woodcarving—across eight generations of family expertise since 1812.. Ateliers Allot is a prestigious French family institution established in 1812 and headquartered on Rue de Vaugirard with showrooms in Paris, renowned for its mastery of traditional cabinetmaking and the rare ”Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (EPV) label. Spanning eight generations of expertise, the firm seamlessly integrates the eight foundational trades of fine furniture—including cabinetmaking, woodcarving, marquetry, and gilding—to produce and restore exquisite hand made pieces ranging from the Louis XIV era to contemporary bespoke designs entirely in-house, they offer an unparalleled level of historical authenticity, serving as a global benchmark for French decorative arts and ”art de vivre” [LOC 693]