18th Century English Gainsborough / Reading Chair, Walnut, Circa, 1775
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18th Century English Gainsborough / Reading Chair, Walnut, Circa, 1775
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 32 in (81.28 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1775
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. The legs have been ended out. This is common on very old walnut wood. This was done sometime ago and the color, grain and wear blend very nicely. The old needlepoint cover has some frayed areas as seen in close ups but overall is clean and bright.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1049416321922
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