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19th Century French Gilt Prayer Chair

$1,333.58
£980
€1,151.34
CA$1,832.11
A$2,045.38
CHF 1,071.75
MX$25,037.45
NOK 13,611.21
SEK 12,833.64
DKK 8,592.55
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19th Century, French Metamorphic Prayer Chair. Lovely original gilt paint frame, reupholstered in calico When the arms flip up it turns into a kneeling position hence why so called a "prayer chair." France, circa 1890. Arm Height - 53.5 cm Seat Height - 36 cm Back Height - 56 cm Depth - 55 cm Width - 47 cm Extended Height - 100 cm Please message if any further info or photos are required  We are happy to work with you with your choice of shipping, or we can of course obtain further quotes if required. This includes UK or international deliveries. We can also offer uk and international postage on certain items Call (07884188621 for a courier quote) Please view our other items we currently have on our profile. New items are  loaded onto our profile weekly. Track21 interiors: Large Antiques Warehouse in Southampton, UK. Save our profile and you’ll see all new updated stock
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 56 in (142.24 cm)Width: 56 in (142.24 cm)Depth: 55 in (139.7 cm)Seat Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Giltwood,Oak,Pine,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Southampton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8637241905282

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