Louis XVI Neoclassical Gilded Fauteuil - Fluted Legs & Floral Jacquard

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular quality that a Louis XVI Neoclassical fauteuil brings to a room — the composed authority of a chair that knows exactly what it is. The frame rises in straight, disciplined lines: a rectangular back bordered by rope-twist moulding, arms that curve gently outward before resolving into scrolled acanthus terminals, four fluted tapered legs descending to small turned feet. Every element is intentional. This chair, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the Louis XVI Neoclassical salon chair, carries the disciplined geometry that defines the Louis XVI Neoclassical salon chair.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The frame is carved from Romanian solid redwood dried to below ten percent humidity, ensuring dimensional stability across decades of use. The entire surface is finished in a warm gilded lacquer that catches light across each carved detail: the rope-twist border that runs the full perimeter of the back and seat rail, the acanthus leaves that climb the arm supports and unfurl at the arm terminals, a carved ribbon-and-wreath crest crowns the centre of the top rail, square rosette blocks mark the joints of the back and seat rails. The four fluted tapered legs — each with crisp parallel channels — rise from small turned feet that ground the chair without visual heaviness. The upholstery is a champagne floral jacquard woven with garlands and flowering sprays in tones that shift from ivory to warm gold depending on the light. The seat and back panels are finished with a braided gimp trim along their borders, a detail that belongs precisely to this tradition of formal salon seating.

Dimensions & Details

Length: 68 cm / Depth: 65 cm / Height: 112 cm
Wood: Romanian Solid Redwood (<10% Humidity)
Finish: Gilded lacquer on carved solid wood
Upholstery: Floral jacquard with braided gimp trim
Legs: 4 fluted tapered legs on small turned feet
No metal mounts — the frame is entirely carved and gilded wood
No assembly required
Country of Origin: Egypt

Handcrafted in Egypt

This fauteuil is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans working within the European classical furniture tradition. Every carving — the rope-twist moulding, the acanthus scrolls, the rosette blocks — is executed by hand from Romanian solid redwood. The gilded finish is applied in multiple layers and hand-rubbed to bring out the depth of each carved surface. Customisation of fabric and finish is available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this chair made from?

The frame is solid Romanian redwood, hand-carved and finished in gilded lacquer. The upholstery is a champagne floral jacquard. There are no metal mounts; all decorative elements are carved wood.

Is assembly required?

No. The chair arrives fully assembled and ready to place.

Can the fabric or finish be customised?

Yes. Alternative jacquard fabrics and gilded finish tones are available. Contact Brass & Wood before placing your order to discuss options.