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18th Century Painted Venetian Settee

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`Antique 18th century Venetian settee in beautifully aged old painted and worn parcel gilded surface. Early construction. Losses to gilding showing underlying gesso and bare wood. Pale green paint on front and blue green paint on rear are original. Worn green vine decoration / red flower decoration are old but later enhancements w/ touch ups. Covered in old worn but not original upholstery at front back and seat w/ earlier fabric, burlap underneath. Old worn silk upholstery at back surrounded with gold metallic trim. Some wood loss to top of arms where they join the frame. Selling as found antique condition from old Western NY estate. Beautiful early survivor. Look at all pictures and read condition report in comment section.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 61 in (154.94 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: worn green vine and red floral painted decoration are old but later enhancement w/ touch ups. Replacements made. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. aged painted surface, faded pale green front, blue green back. worn green vine / red flower paint decoration are older enhancements w/ touch ups. original gilding losses. some wood loss top of arms into frame. beautiful but somewhat fragile seating.
  • Seller Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU961124813612
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