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Pair of Late 19th Century Carved and Painted Wood Classical Style Open Armchairs

$4,850per set
£3,607.58per set
€4,223.76per set
CA$6,767.40per set
A$7,572.91per set
CHF 3,954.22per set
MX$93,101.01per set
NOK 49,887per set
SEK 46,943.42per set
DKK 31,512.51per set
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About the Item

This pair of chairs Swedish or Scandinavian in manufacture were made circa 1880-1900. Of large-scale and finely carved they are in the Empire or Regency taste. Decorative elements include the saber legs, eagle head arms and claw foot upright supports, acanthus leaves, as well as the large central laurel wreath at the splat. Painted in a warm old gray the raised carving is then picked out in a verde antique finish simulating old bronze. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable, it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement, particularly sections 9,13,15,18,19 and 27
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Empire (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. The surface is old and nicely worn with rub thrus to the paint but no damage or repairs. The is some worming to certain areas but the chairs are strong and sound. The cap seats are upholstered in muslin but easily reupholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU811310463791

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