Pair of Napoleon III period "voyageuse" chairs in black, richly carved, wood.
The back of the chairs have a top element for resting the arms when sitting astride the chairs.  The seats have been restored and re-covered.

"Voyageuse chairs" were to be found in gaming rooms so as guests could assist the game and talk to other guests.

Mid-nineteenth century.
Some wear to the structure.  New seats.
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Reference: 090125