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Pair of 18th-Century Mexican Colonial Silver Armchairs (Jamugas)

$11,601.53
£8,544.50
€9,660
CA$15,782.97
A$17,538.36
CHF 9,190.29
MX$215,076.77
NOK 117,216.78
SEK 110,273.24
DKK 73,540.10
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About the Item

An important pair of 18th-century Mexican Colonial armchairs (jamugas), exquisitely crafted from silver, silk, and red velvet. These chairs showcase repoussé silver ornamentation, a testament to the fine craftsmanship of Mexican silversmiths, influenced by Spanish colonial design. The seat cushions are adorned with gold-thread embroidery and metal sequins, likely made of gilded silver. Despite minor wear consistent with age, they remain in excellent condition. These chairs were a custom-made commission for a distinguished individual of the era. Dimensions: 110 × 70 × 50 cm (seat height: 52 cm). Provenance: 18th-century Mexico.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 27.56 in (70 cm)Seat Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Sterling Silver
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
    Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5779244193952

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