Pair of rare Antler Parlor Chairs, France ca. 1860

About the Item

Pair of rare Antler Parlor Chairs, France ca. 1860 These two very rare antler parlor chairs are made of stag antlers with feet carved as lions claws. Made in France, ca. 1860 - the covering is renewed. Antler furniture have been one of the popular novelties of the great exhibition of the industries of all nations in London in 1851. A new lifestlye trend was born and the ambitious European middle-class generated a fabulous upswing. One of the first designers to be mentioned is the German horn carver and furniture manufacturer H. F. C. Rampendahl who gained enthusiastic successes on several world exhibitions with his antler furniture. In the aftermath one began to manufacture antler furniture in series. artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art. Measures: Width: 15.75" (40 cm) Height: 37.4" (95 cm) Depth: 26.38" (67 cm) Seat height: 19.69" (50 cm) Literature Reference: Sabine Spindler, Antler Furniture 1825-1925, Munich 2006 Bruce M. Newman, Fantasy Furniture, New York 1989

Dimensions:

Height: 37.41 in (95 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 26.38 in (67 cm)Seat Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Black Forest (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Antler,Wood

Place of Origin:

Germany

Period:

Mid-19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1860

Condition:

Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.

Seller Location:

Berghuelen, DE

Reference Number:

Seller: e42861stDibs: LU988738886122

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