Napoleon III Rococo Revival Mahogany Dining Side Chair - Gilt Bronze Mounts & Floral Jacquard Seat

Design & Inspiration

Place this chair at a dining table and the room changes register. The oval medallion back, swept-back cabriole legs, and warm mahogany frame carry an unmistakable presence — the kind that signals to a guest that they are seated somewhere considered. This is a faithful interpretation of the Napoleon III Rococo Revival dining chair, the style that defined the grand Parisian bourgeois interior of the 1850s and 1860s, when Second Empire eclecticism embraced Rococo curves with renewed confidence and dressed them in gilt bronze at every junction.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The frame is constructed from solid mahogany, shaped and finished to a deep French polish that brings out the warm red-brown grain. The four cabriole legs — each terminating in a shaped scroll foot — are reinforced at the knee and toe with cast gilt-bronze mounts: scrolling acanthus at the apron corners, a formal cartouche pendant on the front rail, and a floral rosette cluster crowning the crest rail. The back panel is upholstered in cream fabric and finished with a tight button-tufted diamond pattern (capitonné), edged with a narrow gold gimp trim. The seat is covered in a cream-ground floral jacquard depicting full-blown roses in amber, terracotta, and deep green — the woven pattern characteristic of the Second Empire taste for botanical opulence. All upholstery is handcrafted and fitted over a solid wood foundation.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 51 cm / Depth: 47 cm / Height: 104 cm
Construction: Solid mahogany frame, French-polished finish, gilt brass mounts, button-tufted cream back, floral jacquard seat, four cabriole legs with scroll feet and brass accents at knee and toe.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every chair in the Brass & Wood atelier passes through the hands of craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and upholstery traditions. The gilt bronze mounts are cast and fitted individually; the capitonné tufting is worked by hand to ensure each diamond falls with precision. This is Egyptian craftsmanship in the service of European heritage — made with care for buyers who understand the difference between furniture and a considered interior.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this chair made from?

The frame is solid mahogany finished in a French-polished tone. Decorative mounts are gilt brass. The back is upholstered in cream fabric with button tufting; the seat is covered in a floral jacquard fabric.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. The chair arrives fully assembled and ready to place.

Can this chair be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on fabric choice, wood finish tone, and brass color. Please contact us before placing your order to discuss your requirements.