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Baroque Swedish Armchair, Hand-Carved from Beechwood and Ash

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Baroque Swedish armchair hand-carved from beechwood and ash (circa 1670-1699), with traces of early ruddy-color paint. Well-worn prominent, almost-serpentine shaped, claw arms, original rope seat and turned upright supports connected by original turned stretchers. All elements of this armchair show all the beautiful patina and wear to be expected of a chair of its age. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, of the following: patina, scaling, light rust, discoloration, and corrosion. Due to regional changes in humidity and climate during shipping, antique wood may shrink and/or split along its grain, veneer may loosen or peel, and painted finishes and gilt may flake and crack.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Late 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1660-1699
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Wear consistent with age and use. Seat and finish show losses. Fading. Remnants of early or original paint. Woven rope seat appears original, or very early. Some losses in small area in front. All joints have been tightened.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M23.7.281stDibs: LU984736501182

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