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Library Chair (Louis XVI Style) - Library Chair (Louis XVI Style), Ateliers Allot Carved beechwood frame with upholstered seat; France Louis XVI style library chair constructed in solid beechwood, featuring a low barrel shaped backrest that curves into armrests terminating in scrolled volutes. The frame incorporates recessed moulding and whiplash form supports with vertical fluting. The curved seat rail is anchored by square raccordement blocks carved with circular rosette motifs. The chair stands on four slender arrow form legs, turned and fluted with vertical rudenture, reflecting late 18th century Neoclassical models associated with Georges Jacob. Upholstered using traditional methods with steel springs and hand stitched padding, covered in a textured olive green and gold fabric and finished with brass nailhead trim. Contemporary production by Ateliers Allot, a French manufacturer established in 1812 and holder of the EPV label, integrating cabinetmaking, upholstery, woodcarving, and associated trades. Dimensions: H 85 cm; W 60 cm; D 60 cm [LOC 866]