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Cabriolet Armchair (Transition Style) - Cabriolet Armchair (Transition Style), Ateliers Allot Carved beechwood frame with upholstered seat; France Height: 89 cm [LOC 802] Transition style cabriolet armchair inspired by designs attributed to Georges Jacob, constructed in solid beechwood. The frame features a medallion backrest with continuous channelled moulding, set back armrests with padded manchettes, and carved scrolled volutes at the terminals. The circular seat rail incorporates square raccordement blocks with carved rosette medallions, supported by four tapered, fluted legs. Finished in a warm 13D patina with hand painted highlights. Upholstered using traditional methods with a sprung seat and hand stitched padding, covered in Sparks fabric by Dedar. Contemporary production by Ateliers Allot, a French manufacturer established in 1812 and holder of the EPV label, integrating cabinetmaking, upholstery, woodcarving, and specialist finishing.