Set of 12 Carved Walnut Louis XV Side Chairs with Shells and Acanthus Leaves

This beautiful set of 12 French Louis XV side chairs is made of hand carved walnut and dates back to the 19th century. Each chair features a shell accompanied by acanthus leaves carved on the front apron below the caned seat.  The same detailed shell and acanthus leaves are carved at the top of the cane back. The legs are carved with acanthus leaves both at the top and above the scroll feet.  Lastly, each chair features a carved stretcher connecting the four legs.