A suite of Aubusson tapestry covered giltwood seat furniture, by Maison Krieger, Paris in Louis XVI style, late 19th/early 20th century

in the manner of Georges Jacob, comprising a canapé and four armchairs, the underside of the upholstery of one armchair and canapé stenciled, Maison Krieger, Paris

Joints sound and sturdy. Old minor marks and chips to gilding as visible from photograph, which will need some attention. The gilding is dirty and would benefit from a light clean. Very attractive detail to carving. The tapestry upholstery will need attention, especially to the seats. On one, the springs are loose and will need securing on the underside of the seats. The armchairs are a good large size. There are some hairline construction cracks at the joints which are commensurate with age and normal usage and can either be left or easily filled. In overall good condition. Measurements: Chairs 97.5cm. high, seat width 57cm., depth 56cm.; 3ft.2¼in. 1ft.10½in., 1ft.10in. Canapé 98cm. high, 136cm. 56cm.; 3ft.2½in., 4ft.5in½in., 1ft.10in.
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Antoine Krieger and his brother Nicolas launched Maison Krieger in 1826 at 17, Rue Saint-Nicolas, Paris. In 1850 the firm was established as Antoine Krieger et Cie. However, when Antoine Krieger died in 1856, his son-in-law began running the company and decided to change the name to Cosse-Racault et Cie. Finally, in 1880 the name was changed to Krieger, Damon et Cie when the firm merged, becoming one of the largest mechanized workshop of furniture in Paris, located at 74, Rue Du Faubourg-Saint-Antoine.  See catalogue note on Sothebys.com