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Superb & Rare Empire Mahogany and Brass Inlaid Chair

$2,400
£1,780.89
€2,074.50
CA$3,340.82
A$3,720.30
CHF 1,936.21
MX$45,870.87
NOK 24,659.13
SEK 23,177.19
DKK 15,478.32
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About the Item

Superbly elegant and unusual late 19th century Empire style chair having curved back adorned with small gorgeous Medusa head, inlaid in perfect places including the reeded legs with brass, and recently upholstered in linen snake motif fabric.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)Seat Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Mahogany,Upholstery
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hopewell, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU919841810682

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