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Pair of Hand-Painted Napoleon III Chairs - France, 1880s

$3,099.41per set
£2,299.46per set
€2,600per set
CA$4,243.24per set
A$4,753.80per set
CHF 2,474.35per set
MX$57,892.18per set
NOK 31,519.90per set
SEK 29,682.85per set
DKK 19,796.84per set
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About the Item

Exquisite pair of ebonized side chairs, hand-painted with a decor of birds, butterflies and foliage. Original deep pink satin seat covers, both intricately embroidered with peacock, birds, butterflies and bamboo.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)Seat Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1860 - 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Perfectly sound structure. Paint slightly chipped. Seat covers are very worn, but still absolutely charming in a shabby-chic way.
  • Seller Location:
    Isle Sur La Sorgue, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U12060293775

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