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Italian Midcentury Throne Armchair or Lounge Chair with Bench or Ottoman

About the Item

Stunning Italian midcentury throne chair with accompanying bench or stool. These dramatic pieces combine modern neoclassical with a fantasy neo-Baroque sensibility that predates post-modernism and the Memphis Design Group by 25 years. The frames are composed of handwrought gilt iron, hand painted wood back supports, tassels and decoration and with seats of straw. Pieces may be purchased individually. Chair is H 52 x W 23.75 x D 20. Bench/ottoman/footstool is H 24 with decoration x W 22 x D 17.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950-1960
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Some wear to straw seats which can be repaired or redone.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: th41stDibs: LU79351125152

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