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Armchair, "frailero" or friar. Wood, leather. Spain, 16th century.
Armchair, "frailero" or friar. Wood, leather. Spain, 16th century.
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Italian 17th Century Walnut and Leather Armchair

$2,800
£2,135.65
€2,431.98
CA$3,934.85
A$4,291.51
CHF 2,273.35
MX$51,449.13
NOK 28,952.41
SEK 26,474.83
DKK 18,169.30

About the Item

This Italian armchair from 1680 may look like a throne, in fact it is a wonderfully patinated example of a friar’s chair–historically referred to as a “ sillon de frailero” type of chair found in abbeys. The friar’s armchair was initially an Italian design and quickly became associated with Spain and the colonies after its introduction in the 16th century. This wonderful armchair from the 17th century has a tall and sturdy frame carved from walnut, stretching a thick leather backrest and seat which are secured by two rows of nailheads. As this was not necessarily a chair for comfort, the lines of the arms and legs are mostly flat and straight to encourage good posture. Wonderful craquelure patina covers the dark leather, while the wood grain is marked densely patinated from nearly four centuries of use. Please view the detailed images of this special antique armchair.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.38 in (110.19 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 22.75 in (57.79 cm)Seat Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Leather,Metal,Walnut,Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1600s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Baton Rouge, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 915-241stDibs: LU864842247592

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