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18th Century French Kuba Upholstered Wavy Serpentine Chest

About the Item

An atypical 18th century pine chest of moulded, serpentine form with forged iron hardware. Upholstered in ‘Kuba’ by Larsen - a tobacco hued velvet, boldly influenced by African textiles. French, c. 1750.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.38 in (67 cm)Width: 32.29 in (82 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6695243151222

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