Pair of 18th Cent. French Armchairs by J. B. Boulard, Circa 1765
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Pair of 18th Cent. French Armchairs by J. B. Boulard, Circa 1765
About the Item
- Creator:Jean-Baptiste Boulard (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 36.23 in (92 cm)Width: 26.78 in (68 cm)Depth: 25.2 in (64 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Louis XV (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1760-1769
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1765
- Condition:Minor fading. The wooden part is all original and has some signs of use; the pink velvet cover is modern.
- Seller Location:Milano, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4352217236321
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