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Swedish Folk Art Chair Handmade in Oakwood, 1900s

About the Item

Charming and unusual Swedish Folk Art chair made by a skilled craftsman in the early 20th century. The chair is constructed from solid oak and oak laminate decorative arm rests. The back rest shows a distinctive owl shape with the traditional heart shape cut-out that makes for a handle to easily move the chair around. This type of chair is a traditional folk art chair in Scandinavia and is seen in different examples.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.23 in (92 cm)Width: 22.45 in (57 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Gently refinished. Good original condition with some signs of wear. Small drying cracks to wood.
  • Seller Location:
    Odense, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3793139036052

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