GONDOLA CHAIRS Charles X period Maple and maple... Lot 41

GONDOLA CHAIRS Charles X period Maple and maple veneer, amaranth marquetry; mauve satin fabric upholstery Some stitching and reinforcement H. 87 cm ; W. 46 cm ; D. 42 cm Provenance Camille Burgi Antiques Acquired from the previous owner by the current owner Exhibition 1992, Paris, "XVIe Biennale des Antiquaires The crossbar of the backrest is openwork, with saber feet and saddle seats. The vogue for light woods - ash, elm, maple - drove out mahogany during the first third of the 19th century.