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Pair of 17th Century Italian Baroque Parcel-Gilt Walnut Leather Armchairs

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A fine pair of walnut Baroque Italian armchairs dating to the middle part of the 17th century retaining parts of extremely old leather seating. Italian circa 1650-70. The leathered and studded square backs with elaborate foliate-carved giltwood finials, above padded seats within scroll-ended serpentine walnut arms, on turned and blocked front legs with turned double stretchers. The leather upholstery looks extremely old with a wonderful patina and colour. In excellent condition, as is customary today for armchairs of this age, showing signs of previous professional restoration / replacements. The robust design with bold scrolling arms are typical of Venetian work of the period. A very well proportioned and decorative pair of imposing armchairs. Measures: Width: 28 inches - 71cm Height: 52 inches - 132cm Depth: 30 inches - 76cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 51.97 in (132 cm)Width: 27.96 in (71 cm)Depth: 28.75 in (73 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1650-1670
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In excellent condition, as is customary today for armchairs of this age, showing signs of previous professional restoration / replacements.
  • Seller Location:
    Benington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 28701stDibs: LU1183228840652
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