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Fine 19th Century Italian Venetian Carved Giltwood Armchair

$5,512.04
£4,020
€4,688.44
CA$7,547.87
A$8,392.20
CHF 4,381.94
MX$102,153.51
NOK 55,911.69
SEK 52,386.59
DKK 34,990.70
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Finely carved mid 19th century Italian giltwood open armchair of wide proportions in the Rococo manner. Italy, Venice Circa 1860. The asymmetrical scroll and leaf-carved top rail, centred on a stylised shell within over scrolled uprights, above a newly upholstered grey silk padded and dished seat between scroll-ended arms, raised on a decorative foliate carved scrolling X-frame base with a conforming central stylised shell. In excellent condition having a wonderful look to the gilt work this gondola style chair with its wide proportions is almost certainly Venetian. Inspired by mid-18th century designs, this very sculptural chair has the fine carved decoration associated with the best Italian work. Dimensions Seat Height 17 inches - 43cm Width: 26 3/4 inches - 68cm Height: 37 1/2 inches - 95cm Depth: 22 inches - 56cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.41 in (95 cm)Width: 26.78 in (68 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In excellent condition having a wonderful look to the gilt work this gondola style chair with its wide proportions is almost certainly Venetian.
  • Seller Location:
    Benington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 27571stDibs: LU1183224949092

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