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French 17th Century Walnut and Leather Covered Reclining or Ratchet Chair

$8,500
£6,527.18
€7,487.71
CA$11,943.50
A$13,375.96
CHF 6,979.36
MX$163,381.64
NOK 88,797.75
SEK 83,702.52
DKK 55,879.84

About the Item

Reclining or "Ratchet" Chair of Louis XIV period and very comfortable proportions, the turned front legs and stretcher, connected to the square back legs by flat H-stretchers, seat, back, armrests and seat-cushion covered in beige leather, the seat with hinges connecting the back and with wrought iron reclining-ratchets to the side.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.5 in (110.49 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 33 in (83.82 cm)Seat Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Late 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Troy, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: E_8771stDibs: LU852711087253

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