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Neoclassical Empire Early 19th Century Mahogany Desk Armchair

About the Item

An unusual North European mahogany desk armchair with original brass castors. Fully carved armrests with eagle heads, the design probably by a designer from Berlin or Copenhagen (e.g. Karl Friedrich Schinkel, Gustav Friedrich Hetsch, etc.). This armchair is very comfortable and has a nice figured veneer.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Width: 22.84 in (58 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)Seat Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Mahogany
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Worpswede / Bremen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 21991stDibs: LU98147593153

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