Exeter, Devon
Details
- Dimensions
- 20.25ʺW × 18.5ʺD × 40.5ʺH
- Seat Height
- 18.75 in
- Number of Seats
- 2
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Shop Sustainably with Chairish
- Materials
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less
- Description
-
This is a pair of antique Venetian court chairs. An Italian, hand-carved oak decorative seat, dating to the Victorian period, …
more
This is a pair of antique Venetian court chairs. An Italian, hand-carved oak decorative seat, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1890.
Fascinating chairs, with eye-catching detail throughout
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Deliciously heavy oak stocks present deep chestnut hues
Hand-carved craftsmanship decorates each chair
Dome top to the stout back rest with dashing fan motif carvings
Circular forms sit atop the upright stiles, each finished with chased pattern fields
Distinctive court jester masques sit prominently to the centre, with pleasingly jovial renditions
Diamond pattern band to the lower rail, uniting the whole
Wide, flat seat base accentuated with large decorative patera
Cupped carvings add a Gothic revival flourish to the seat edge
Square aprons with block knees add a robust visual appeal
Standing upon a quartet of circular feet, with turned and square section stretchers between
This is a delightful pair of antique Venetian court chairs, unusual in their appearance. Of superior weight and quality, they will add a regal dash to your room. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 51.5cm (20.25'')
Max Depth: 47cm (18.5'')
Max Height: 103cm (40.5'')
Seat Width: 51.5cm (20.25'')
Seat Depth: 35.5cm (14'')
Seat Height: 47.5cm (18.75'') less
Exeter, Devon
Questions about the item?
Featured Promoted Listings
Related Collections
- Lloyd Manufacturing Co. Side Chairs
- Plaster Side Chairs
- John Jelliff Side Chairs
- Made Goods Side Chairs
- Afra and Tobia Scarpa Side Chairs
- Antler Side Chairs
- Wildwood Side Chairs
- Niels Eilersen Side Chairs
- George Hunzinger Side Chairs
- Bert England Side Chairs
- Minton-Spidell Side Chairs
- Silk Velvet Side Chairs
- Axel Einar Hjorth Side Chairs
- Cotton Velvet Side Chairs
- Hekman Furniture Side Chairs
- Mohair Side Chairs
- Rush Side Chairs
- Louis XVI Side Chairs
- Maple Side Chairs
- Velvet Side Chairs
- Mother-of-Pearl Side Chairs
- French Side Chairs
- Faux Bamboo Side Chairs
- Eames Side Chairs
- Empire Side Chairs