Italian Swan Lyre Klismos Settee and Side Chair
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An Italian cane seated fruitwood quadruple lyre back settee and accompanying side chair. The lyre forms are actually pairs of swans' necks with a central inlaid column, simulating strings. Klismos legs with h-stretchers on both settee and chair. Outfitted with recent upholstered seat pads. Both the chair and settee are suitable for dining use at an appropriate long table. Settee measurements follow below. Chair measures 18 inches wide x 19 inches deep x 34 inch back height x 17.75 inch seat height.
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- Production timeAvailable Now
- Of the Period
- Place of origin
- Date of manufactureEarly 19th Century
- Period
- Materials and techniques
- ConditionGood. Handwoven settee caning newly replaced..
- WearWear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Dimensions
H 34 in. x W 68 in. x D 23 in.
H 86.36 cm x W 172.72 cm x D 58.42 cm
- Seat height17.75 in. (45.09 cm)
- Seller locationWoodbury, CT
- Seller reference number1403 BLEE CH/B
- Sold AsSet of 2
- Reference numberLU8667772081
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