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Style: American Classical
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
18th Century Original Black Painted Ladder Back Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine hand made ladder back chair has the original rush seat and original black painted surface. The condition is very good and sturdy with a fine aged patina.
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Late 18th Century American Antique American Classical Armchairs

Materials

Pine

18th Century Original Black Painted Ladder Back Armchair
18th Century Original Black Painted Ladder Back Armchair

18th Century Original Black Painted Ladder Back Armchair

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American Classical armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

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