Vienna, circa 1815. A very rare set of six early Biedermeier chairs in transition with the First Empire style.

Vienna, circa 1815. A very rare set of six early Biedermeier chairs, still in the Empire style, in excellent condition of preservation and integrity. Finely veneered in blond walnut feather, originally and masterfully stained to perfectly imitate mahogany, a very fashionable wood during the Empire period, but practically impossible to find in the Austrian Empire in the period immediately following the Congress of Vienna. This was due to the naval blockade and imports of the time caused by the Napoleonic wars. For this reason, the ingenious Viennese cabinetmakers invented this original and sophisticated technique, obtaining an essence with a magnificent tone, practically identical to mahogany feather. Works of high Viennese cabinetmaking, as also evidenced by the application to the edges of the backrest and seat of elegant bronze threads, which create a pleasant contrast with the dark amaranth color of the essence. Perfectly restored according to the rules of ancient art with consolidation and masterful shellac finish applied with a pad using museum standard technique. Works with original intact patina. Upholstery covered with luxurious two-level Jacard fabric with Empire-style motifs, in a pleasant ivory color. Measurements cm. height 92, width cm. 48, depth cm. 47, seat height cm. 48. In accordance with the provisions of the New Code of Cultural Heritage, the selling company provides, simultaneously with the sale, a detailed written photographic guarantee of originality and provenance of the works sold. The data with which the works are described and then contained in the written guarantees are express determinations resulting from accurate and documented technical / historical / artistic investigations, even of expert importance. Recognize the true Viennese Biedermeier of the first phase of the period, distinguishing it from late or Northern European imitations! Read the history of this elegant and sober style and learn to appreciate timeless Viennese masterpieces by designers from 1815 to 1830! Click on the link at the bottom of the page to read our unique unpublished practical guide, with links and virtual tour to museums and galleries in Vienna.