Bidspirit auction | Pair of Empire Style Mahogany

Pair of Empire Style Mahogany Fauteuils (Werner Model) - Pair of Empire Style Mahogany Fauteuils (Werner Model): A pair of Empire style mahogany fauteuils inspired by Jean Jacques Werner, featuring a powerful rectilinear frame with hand applied 24 carat gold leaf, large open plant scroll console arms, straight front legs with gilt bronze palmette mounts, and sabre rear legs. Upholstered using coil springs and hand stitched horsehair beneath Davout semé silk by Tassinari Chatel, the chairs embody ceremonial Imperial luxury; each measures approximately 98 × 68 × 60 cm. [Loc FR697]