19th Century Empire Pair of Klismos Chair
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19th Century Empire Pair of Klismos Chair
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 21.66 in (55 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Empire (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1820
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Berlin, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2528323391632
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