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Venetian Grotto Chair, Late 18th or Early 19th Century Silvered Seahorse Back
$6,000
$7,50020% Off
£4,513.26
£5,641.5820% Off
€5,202.29
€6,502.8620% Off
CA$8,451.66
CA$10,564.5820% Off
A$9,273.49
A$11,591.8620% Off
CHF 4,853.31
CHF 6,066.6420% Off
MX$114,125.24
MX$142,656.5520% Off
NOK 61,144.46
NOK 76,430.5820% Off
SEK 57,270.90
SEK 71,588.6220% Off
DKK 38,844.91
DKK 48,556.1420% Off
About the Item
A whimsical fantasy hand carved chair by the great Venetian craftsman of the era. This lovely piece features an unique seahorse carved back and scallop shell seat retaining much of its antique silvered wood. The legs are carved in the shape of shells and coral. The chair is in very good antique condition and retains its one support bracket to the back of the chair to sustain its structure for the next couple of centuries
- Dimensions:Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
- Style:Baroque (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: One support bracket added to the back of chair. Wear consistent with age and use. Very Nice Antique Condition.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1727239451822

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