Group of 6 neoclassical style chairs in carved and lacquered beech wood, France late 19th century. Decorated with elements of neoclassical taste, including bucrania, festoons and leafy elements; brass feet, backrests and seats in Vienna straw damaged. Back medallion of a broken chair.
Product Condition: Product that due to age and wear requires restoration and resumption of polishing.
Ripresa stilistica, del 900, delle forme proprie dello stile Neoclassico ('700)
Age:
19th Century / 1801 - 1900
19th Century / 1801 - 1900
20th Century / 1901 - 2000
20th Century / 1901 - 2000
Main essence: Beech
It is a semi-hard wood which, unfortunately, is easily wormed, therefore it is considered poor. Due to its light but variegated shades, from blond to reddish, it was nevertheless appreciated by French cabinetmakers. It was mainly used for furniture structures or, as an alternative to walnut, by provincial English furniture makers for popular works, mostly in the 1700s. The noblest use is due to Thonèt, who applied the steam bending of the beech in the making of the furniture, in particular for the chairs that took his name.