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Pair of Italian Neoclassical Painted and Carved Side Chairs with Shield Backs

$5,995per set
£4,611.75per set
€5,352.93per set
CA$8,454.38per set
A$9,470.33per set
CHF 4,974.16per set
MX$115,156.16per set
NOK 62,989.10per set
SEK 59,793.59per set
DKK 39,951.02per set

About the Item

A pair of Italian 1790s neoclassical painted and carved side chairs with shield backs and traces of gilt. This pair of Italian neoclassical side chairs from the late 18th century is quite a show stopper! Each chair has a shield-shaped back, adorned on the crest with a medallion receiving in its center a delicate carved flower topped with a swag. The back is slightly curved to accommodate the sitter more perfectly. The seat rails are adorned on the knees with the carved rosettes typical of the Louis XVI era and framed with delicate beads on the surround. The chairs are each raised on four fluted and reeded tapered legs, straight in the front and slightly splayed in the back. The ensemble is raised on small ball feet. The two sides supporting the back are adorned with acanthus leaves. With a wonderful patina showing their age beautifully, the old paint is made of a light grey or off-white perfectly complimented by traces of gilt. They have been recently reupholstered with a double welt linen fabric. These Italian chairs circa 1790 are overall absolutely perfect with their great aging throughout.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)Seat Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1790
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Age appropriate wear and maintenance. Nice aging, new upholstery. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition detail and contact us with any questions!
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: F 91951stDibs: LU836719863952

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