Napoleon III Armchair & Aesthetic Movement Gypsy Table in Designers Guild Purple Velvet

Napoleon III Armchair & Aesthetic Movement Gypsy Table in Designers Guild Purple Velvet

A curated pairing for lovers of colour, craftsmanship, and conversation pieces

• Origin: France & England, circa 1860–1880
• Styles: Napoleon III armchair; Aesthetic Movement gypsy table
• Materials:
  • Armchair: Original ebonised legs, recovered in Designers Guild purple velvet  
  • Table: Ebonised frame with turned legs, upholstered top in matching Designers Guild purple velvet
• Condition: Both in good antique condition - structurally sound and ready for use
• Dimensions:
  • Armchair: H 83cm (32.7") | SH 42cm (16.5") | W 76cm (29.9") | D 64cm (25.2")  
  • Table: H 71cm (28") | Diameter 54cm (21.25")
• Delivery: Not included - Please use the Request Delivery Quote feature located next to the ‘Add to Basket’ tab before completing your order

This pairing unites two statement pieces in a single, harmonious vignette. The Napoleon III armchair offers the comfort and elegance of mid‑19th‑century French design, its deep purple velvet upholstery catching the light with a jewel‑like glow. The Aesthetic Movement gypsy table, with its ebonised frame and matching velvet top, echoes the chair’s richness while adding a note of English decorative flair.

Together, they create a ready‑made focal point - perfect for a reading nook, a bay window, or as a dramatic welcome in a hallway. Sustainably repurposed, they bring both history and longevity to a modern interior.