A pair of Aubusson tapestry upholstered carved beechwood fauteuils à la reine early Louis XV, circa 1730

with a serpentine padded back above padded arms and serpentine seat on cabriole legs terminating in scrolled feet, the seat-rail and legs carved with stylised scallopshells, scrolls and acanthus, the webbing on the underside of both with a insciption A STAAL EX SOUPIE 2206, the Aubusson tapestry upholstery woven with flowers and birds; restorations

A. Staal Collection, Amsterdam

In overall good conserved condition. Joints sound and sturdy. Old very minor chips and scratches commensurate with age and normal usage. Attractive detail to carving. It's possible that there have been some replacements e.g top rails of both and possibly the right arm support on one and the left arm support on the other.The tapestry has some splits to the sky (cream areas) to the panels on the seats and the backs. Some discolouration. Needs some attention. Floral surrounds in stable condition and with good colour.
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