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Antique Italian Besarel Walnut Arm Chair Baroque Upholstered Mid-19th C Rare

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Stunning & rare Italian venetian highly carved walnut Baroque upholstered arm chair~~ Besarel~~mid-19th century We recently had the good fortune to obtain this rare work of art~~an antique carved walnut arm chair by the renowned artist Valentino Panciera Besarel (1829-1902), created in the style of Andrea Brustolon, a Venetian woodcarver in the late 17th and early 18th century. Besarel studied in Venice from 1855-1857 and specialized in ornate Baroque designs for furniture frames. His mentor, Brustolon, is credited with high quality Baroque carvings and devotional sculptures at several Venetian churches, one of which is the Basilica of St. Peter. This chair is exquisitely carved throughout~~large figures support the chair with carved putti or cherub figures on arms~~"X" stretcher with up finial and beautifully upholstered floral tapestry seat and back with nail head trim~~such a RARE find~~imagine this in front of a fireplace or as a hall, entry or dining chair! Measures: 47.5" tall x 32" wide x 22" deep Seat height is 20.75" tall from floor Solid, sturdy and heavy with gorgeous walnut patina Don't miss out on the opportunity to add this highly sought after "statement piece" to your home or office~~more photos available upon request!
  • Creator:
  • Similar to:
    Andrea Brustolon (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.5 in (120.65 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850s
  • Condition:
    This item is in very good condition with normal signs of age and use. Multiple photos are provided that should be considered part of the description.
  • Seller Location:
    Tyler, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5886225449102
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