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William Smee Leather Library Chairs, London, 1880

$1,600per set
£1,206.41per set
€1,390.22per set
CA$2,219.63per set
A$2,487.09per set
CHF 1,294.62per set
MX$30,425.68per set
NOK 16,432.84per set
SEK 15,520.63per set
DKK 10,378.25per set
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About the Item

A pair of William Smee (1829-1886) library chairs, London, circa 1880. 19 inches wide by 21 ½ inches deep by 34 ½ inches tall; seat height 18 inches
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Fair with worn leather, scratches and scuffs.
  • Seller Location:
    Savannah, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9288245948402

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