{"product_id":"neoclassical-ebonized-gilt-armchairs-with-hoof-feet-pair","title":"Neoclassical Ebonized \u0026 Gilt Armchairs with Hoof Feet - PAIR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking pair of vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeoclassical-style armchairs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining sculptural ebonized frames, gilt detailing, caned backs and generously upholstered loose seat cushions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chairs are particularly distinguished by their unusual decorative vocabulary. Sweeping arms terminate in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egilt animal-mask terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while additional gilt foliate mounts and rosettes articulate the seat rails. Fine gilt lines trace the profiles of the arms and frame, creating an elegant contrast against the deep black finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf particular note are the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efinely shaped legs terminating in stylized hoof-form feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This animalistic detail gives the chairs a wonderfully theatrical quality and recalls the classical and Egyptian-inspired motifs that periodically reappeared in 20th-century Neoclassical furniture design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gently curved backs retain their woven cane panels, finished in black to integrate with the ebonized frames. The seats are fitted with substantial loose cushions upholstered in a small-scale black and ochre-gold geometric textile, complementing the gilt decoration without overwhelming the architecture of the chairs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pair has a strong, almost architectural silhouette, balancing the formality of classical furniture with a more glamorous 20th-century sensibility. Their generous proportions make them particularly successful as occasional or fireside chairs, while the sculptural details allow them to stand beautifully on their own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. There is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esome loss and rubbing to the black painted finish of the caning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, along with scattered wear, marks and minor losses to the ebonized and gilt surfaces consistent with age and use. These variations have been retained as part of the chairs’ vintage character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Neoclassical \/ Classical Revival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebonized wood, gilt decoration, woven cane, upholstered cushions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 36.5” H x 26” W x 23” D \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDELIVERY \u0026amp; PICKUP\u003cbr\u003e Due to the size and nature of this piece, shipping is not available. This item is offered for studio pickup in Toronto, local delivery throughout Toronto and the GTA, or delivery to the Montreal area. Please contact us prior to purchase to discuss delivery arrangements.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Housebound Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46654656610490,"sku":null,"price":995.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0411\/7145\/2066\/files\/34D12329-4DF2-468B-B4E9-DE27B5CD4F4D.jpg?v=1789501898","url":"https:\/\/houseboundinteriors.com\/products\/neoclassical-ebonized-gilt-armchairs-with-hoof-feet-pair","provider":"Housebound Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}