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17th Century French Ratchet Chair
$5,625
$7,50025% Off
£4,268.12
£5,690.8325% Off
€4,880.21
€6,506.9525% Off
CA$7,856.60
CA$10,475.4725% Off
A$8,735.47
A$11,647.2925% Off
CHF 4,561.18
CHF 6,081.5725% Off
MX$106,331.94
MX$141,775.9225% Off
NOK 58,198.68
NOK 77,598.2325% Off
SEK 54,529.38
SEK 72,705.8425% Off
DKK 36,421.94
DKK 48,562.5825% Off
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About the Item
A rare and remarkable example of 17th-century French Baroque design, this ratchet chair is both sculptural and functional. Crafted from rich walnut, its turned legs and stretchers showcase the artistry of the period, with beautifully aged surfaces that speak to centuries of use. The iron ratchet mechanism, a brilliant innovation of its time, allows the chair’s back to adjust and fully recline, offering both comfort and versatility. Newly upholstered in a soft, neutral Belgian linen, the seat and backrest provide a refined contrast to the warmth of the wood.
This chair is not merely a piece of furniture—it is a study in ingenuity and craftsmanship. Equally at home in a grand château or a modern interior, its presence is undeniable, offering history, elegance, and practicality in equal measure. A true collector’s piece, it invites both admiration and relaxation in any setting.
- Dimensions:Height: 51 in (129.54 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 34 in (86.36 cm)Seat Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
- Style:Baroque (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:17th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: RIGHTPROPER33211stDibs: LU3738343511932
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