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19th Century Set of Six Karl Johan Dining Chairs in Birch with Upholstered Seats

About the Item

From the reign of the French-born Swedish king, Karl Johan, a very lovely set of six dining chairs in birch with foliate carvings on crest and bottom back rail, with turned front legs and saber back legs and upholstered seat, Sweden, circa 1840. Measures: 17 3/4" wide x 17 1/2" deep x 35 3/4" high. 20" to crown of seat.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.75 in (90.81 cm)Width: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Depth: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Seat Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    Karl Johan (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Chairs are fully restored, French-polished and newly upholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU98816506913

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