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A reference model of the Jacob dynasty, this superb mahogany office armchair perfectly embodies the elegance and sobriety of the Directoire-Consulate furniture.
Created by Georges Jacob at the end of the 18th century, this Etruscan-inspired armchair served as a precursor to the return to the antique.
The wide backrest with overflowing curved plank, taken from the antique "Klismos" chair. The flat armrests and back supports in balusters. The Etruscan rear feet, the front turned with gadrooned bulge, lower rings and tops.
Wide "horseshoe" seat, with magnificent patinated leather.
Hollow inner circular belt, characteristic of the Jacob Frères.
Stamped JACOB FRÈRES RUE MESLÉE. Stamp used by François-Honoré-Georges and Georges II Jacob, between 1797 and 1803
Superb state of conservation, varnish with a buffer.
Perfect stability, no reinforcement.
Museum quality.
Provenance: Château de Groussay, inventory number n°1293.
J.L. Remilleux collection.
From the beginning of their activity in 1797, the Jacob brothers continued to produce certain creations of their father, Georges.
The production of this model extended from 1795 to 1800.
Jacob frères provided several copies of this armchair to the council of the Five Hundred on May 13, 1798 (J.P. Samoyault, Empire-Consulate French furniture).
Dimensions:
Height 95cm
Width 58.5cm
Depth 62cm
Ref: Z9KAPOYXJB