Suite of six queen-size flat-back armchairs in molded, carved and gilded beechwood. They are decorated with leafy stems, flowers and acanthus. The curved backrest features curved armrests with cuffs, supported by whiplash brackets. The flared belt rests on cambered legs. Covered with Aubusson tapestry decorated with La Fontaine's fables. Paris. Louis XV period. H_96 cm W_68 cm D_57 cm Later gilding. Minor accidents to the tapestries. Stamped BERNARD.

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