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18th Century American Ladder Back Armchair in Old Crusty Red Paint

$1,250
£950.57
€1,096.44
CA$1,751.02
A$1,959.74
CHF 1,023.29
MX$23,908.93
NOK 12,989.32
SEK 12,326.06
DKK 8,187.67
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About the Item

A wonderful old ladder back armchair in its original old crusty red paint, with great overall patina, nice wear to the arms, hand carved finials, and nice old faded cloth material on the padded seat. American in origin, dating to the 18th century, in good overall condition, with some minor old repairs, imperfections, and surface wear commensurate to age and use. Dimensions: 42.75 in H x 18.5 in W x 16.5 in D, with an 18 in seat height.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.75 in (108.59 cm)Width: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Good overall condition, with some minor old repairs, imperfections, and surface wear commensurate to age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 79031stDibs: LU933922712422

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