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Stunning Vintage Hardwood Bergere Metamorphic Leather Library Armchair Steps
About the Item
We are is delighted to offer for sale this large and collectable vintage metamorphic armchair which converts into Library steps with Berger seat and leather upholstered steps
A good looking well made and decorative library armchair which metamorphosises into a library steps. The chair has the original patinated bergere seat and the steps have leather upholstery which has been upholstered very flat so you have a good even tread. The steps are quite special on this one because they have a small hand rail at either side at the top, normally you have to just balance
Condition wise we have deep cleaned, hand condition waxed and hand polished it from top to bottom, there will be normal age and use related patina marks here and there
Armchair dimensions
Height:- 88.5cm
Width:- 54.5cm
Depth:- 67cm
Steps dimensions
Height:- 89.5cm
Width:- 54.5cm
Depth:- 110cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point
CONDITION
Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description pertaining to the condition.
Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of creasing and wear, we recommend annual waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
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- Dimensions:Height: 34.85 in (88.5 cm)Width: 21.46 in (54.5 cm)Depth: 26.38 in (67 cm)
- Style:Victorian (In the Style Of)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:20th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2823333230432
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