Showrooms

421 West Ave., Bldg. 3

Stamford, CT 06902

United States

www.greenwichlivingdesign.com

L. Alavoine & Cie, Louis XVI Style, Wood, Fabric, Dining Chairs, France, 19th C.

Offered by: GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN

Description
L. Alavoine & Cie, Louis XVI Style, Wood, Fabric, Dining Chairs, France, 19th C.

Set of four good quality Louis XVI style dining or side chairs designed and produced by L. Alavoine & Cie in France, late 19th to early 20th century. Each example features compound curved square backrests, tapering recessed legs ending in pointed feet, and rosette detailing throughout.

Cushioning and fabric presenting with significant loss. Re-upholstery required.

Distressed Wood, Fabric; France, late 19th, early 20th century

The renowned French decorating firm L. Alavoine et Cie opened a New York City branch in 1893, and in cooperation with the great French decorator, Allard, designed such notable interiors as The Plaza Hotel (1907), Marble House (1892) the Breakers (1895), as well as numerous Newport mansions designed by Richard Morris Hunt. Armand Albert Rateau was named artistic director of the company from 1905-1919.

Height: 34 inches, Width: 18 inches, Depth: 21 inches, Seat Height: 18 inches

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Distressed. Wood presents with distressing throughout. Cushioning and fabric presenting with significant loss. Greenwich Living Design can assist with re-upholstery and refinishing while maintaining the historical integrity of each piece.
Creation Date:	1890
Number of Pieces:	4-5
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XVI
Dealer Reference #:	101-9570
Incollect Reference #:	828530

Dimensions

W.	18 in;	H.	34 in;	D.	21 in;
W.	45.72 cm;	H.	86.36 cm;	D.	53.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.