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A Pair of Venetian Silvered and Gilt Grotto Armchairs attributed to Pauly et Cie

$15,000
£11,278.79
€13,097.41
CA$20,947.18
A$23,231.98
CHF 12,200.30
MX$285,305.22
NOK 154,444.17
SEK 145,642.92
DKK 97,721.10
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About the Item

A pair of Italian carved, silvered and gilt 'Grotto' armchairs, attributed to Pauly et Cie Venetian, second half 19th century. Each in the form of an open scallop shell, the arms in the form of dolphins and legs in the form of conch shells. Very decorative. These armchairs have signs of age and use. There are losses to gilding, paint, cracks and chips to carved decoration. They have ingrained dirt and old marks, typical of grotto furniture of this nature. and period. The chairs are totally of sound structure and solid including the arms Pauly & Cie were a world famous glass foundry and later equally famous furniture manufacturer. Their grotto furniture has continued to this day to be revered around the world.
  • Attributed to:
    Pauly et Cie (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There are old restorations from probly 60-100 yeards ago.
  • Seller Location:
    CA, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2102345819662

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