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18th Century Portuguese Carved Walnut Chair with Embossed Leather Brass Nails

$2,400
£1,818.69
€2,095.83
CA$3,394.26
A$3,650.24
CHF 1,951.79
MX$44,020.91
NOK 24,681.76
SEK 22,488.26
DKK 15,660.52

About the Item

Decorate an entry or office with this tall antique Renaissance chair. Crafted in Portugal, circa 1760, the stately chair sits on turned legs over a stretcher decorated with a carved shell motif. It features a wide and deep seat and the tall arched back dressed with brass finials. The chair is dressed with the original embossed leather, with floral and foliage motif, and complemented with large decorative brass nailheads. The large Renaissance style seating is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use and adorns a rich walnut patina, and a beautifully preserved leather upholstery which gives the chair character and beauty. 21.5"W x 18"D x 52"H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)Seat Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Leather,Walnut,Embossed,Hand-Carved,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 242-3611stDibs: LU951239822572

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