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18th Century Italian Carved Walnut Armchair

About the Item

This lovely large single chair made in Italy perhaps the Tuscan region in the late 18th cnetury is crafted from fine walnut with a deep rich color and patina. The large deeply carved and decorated arms join uprights that are also carved and decorated the whole is set up and joined to a large center carved front and side stretchers . The construction is peg supported throughout & newly upholstered in a Quadrille fine linen. The upholstery is also enhanced by large cast bronze decorative tacks in several sizes and trimmed out in old bullion trim. The chairs large top finials are also capped with bronze caps and finials. Simple and grand while modern and comfortable the chair is a fine example of 17th-century design that has transcended its time and become a classic form used in many countries as a statement form. This chair comes from the bankruptcy sale of Salander O'Reilly Gallery and was part of the firm's inventory. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable, it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement, particularly sections 9,13,15,18,19 and 27
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Seat Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Linen,Walnut,Carved,Machine-Made,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. New upholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU81135249523
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