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Eight Regency Brass Inlaid Klismos Chairs, Attributed to George Oakley
About the Item
- Attributed to:George Oakley (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 8
- Style:Regency (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1810
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Ready to be placed and used. New traditional hand-stitched upholstery and newly polished.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1781229300802
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