Jeanselme Père Et Fils - Mahogany Curule Stool Tiger Silk Velvet

Stool
Solid mahogany
Stencil mark
Dimensions : H. ; W. ; D. (cm.)
Paris, 1853-1861

A rare curule stool, in an "X" shape with legs ending in a scroll. The uprights are linked by a turned and molded spacer bar.

The Jeanselme firm
A century-old dynasty of cabinetmakers, they set up a seating factory during the Restoration. Thanks to their prosperity, they acquired the Jacob firm in 1847. Offering top-quality products, this firm supplied the Garde-Meubles of Louis Philippe and later Napoleon III.

Condition report: still in its original upholstery, covered with Tiger-style silk velvet from Bevilacqua.