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23' W x 15.25' D x 41.5' H x seat height 20.5'
Editor's notes
This antique French chair reflects the refined formality of the Renaissance Revival period, drawing inspiration from 16th-century French design while offering the craftsmanship and structure characteristic of late 19th- to early 20th-century furniture. Its tall, rectangular back—framed with subtle carved trim—gives the piece a dignified, throne-like presence, while the turned arm supports and legs speak to traditional Renaissance woodworking techniques.
The square seat and stretcher base add architectural stability, underscoring the chair’s formal silhouette and its original purpose as a statement piece rather than an everyday lounging chair. Chairs of this style were often placed in entry halls, studies, or near the hearth, serving as functional seating with a strong visual impact.
Crafted from solid hardwood, likely oak or walnut, the chair showcases restrained detailing and clean geometry, distinguishing it from the more ornate Baroque or Rococo styles that followed. Though sometimes mistaken for a corner chair, this design is intended to stand alone, featuring a symmetrical, straight seat and upright posture true to the Renaissance Revival aesthetic.
