Rare pair of large Empire-Consulate period curved stools.

An elegant and very rare pair of solid mahogany swan-neck curule stools from the Empire period, whose architecture is directly inspired by Roman antiquity.
Set on an X-shaped base with lion's paws, these stools feature rare rear uprights surmounted by two balls reminiscent of the curules used by Roman emperors.
The front uprights are shaped like swans. From the 18th century onwards, the curvature of their necks became the image of sensuality.

As early as 1792, Georges Jacob designed curved seats topped with spheres, notably for the Tribunal de Cassation in Paris.
His sons, Jacob "Desmalter" and Georges II, continued to use the essence of this architecture, adapting it to the Empire.

Very good condition. No reinforcement.
Covered with Pierre Frey fabric in perfect condition.

Empire-Consulate period, 1800-1810.

Historical note:
The curule seat was one of Rome's principal prerogatives of power. Initially reserved for high magistrates, under Augustus it became one of the emperor's attributes.
By the 1st century AD, it had become a luxury item reserved for the elite.

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