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Empire Satinwood Figural Gilt Bronze Mounted Fauteuil de Bureau, 19th Century

$3,950
£3,005.04
€3,513.82
CA$5,524.25
A$6,205.87
CHF 3,302.69
MX$76,737.95
NOK 40,243.68
SEK 38,909.86
DKK 26,209.78
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Luxurious 19th century French Empire, Napoleon III period, 1852-1870, satinwood gilt bronze mounted desk chair. Fine hand chased figural bronze mounts depicting classical maidens at the arm rests, rosettes, laurel leaf garlands and paw front sabots.. Exceptionally comfortable, spring upholstered seat, generous back and arm rests. Very good condition, reupholstered, good preservation to gilding with wear commensurate with age.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 24.13 in (61.3 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5828225033392

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