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Antique Gothic Revival Carved Polychrome Painted & Upholstered Stool Ottoman

$5,500
£4,135.56
€4,802.38
CA$7,680.63
A$8,518.39
CHF 4,473.44
MX$104,611.91
NOK 56,629.53
SEK 53,402.40
DKK 35,831.07
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A magnificent Neo-Gothic tabouret stool / ottoman, 19th century, most likely Italian (Southern Italy; Kingdom of Two Sicilies), parcel gilt and polychrome painted frame, padded seat in later upholstery, on tapering square legs. Provenance / Acquisition: From an estate at Residence Metropole, Monte-Carlo, Monaco Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. April 2024 Fine Antiques & Estates Auction Event catalog, lot #3123 Dimensions: (approx) 18" High, 14.75" Wide, 14.75" Deep Condition: Very good antique condition with beautifully aged heavily worn patina. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Modern upholstery. Attractive appearance, original paint finish with expected chippy paint losses, exposed gesso, scattered minor nicks, chips and losses, all wear consistent with age, use, and handling. Nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality but only adds to the sophisticated antique character, elegant warmth, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time
  • Similar to:
    Carlo Bugatti (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Depth: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Gothic Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good antique condition with nicely aged heavily worn patina. Sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Later upholstery. Original paint finish w/expected chippy paint losses, exposed gesso, scattered nicks, chips & losses, wear consistent with age & use.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977239642602

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