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Italian Walnut High Back Armchair
$2,750
£2,097.51
€2,388.56
CA$3,864.59
A$4,214.88
CHF 2,232.76
MX$50,530.39
NOK 28,435.41
SEK 26,002.07
DKK 17,844.85
About the Item
This elegant early 20th-century Italian armchair, often referred to as a Voltaire chair, showcases the style of Louis Philippe and the refined restraint characteristic of construction during the Art Deco period. Crafted from richly patinated walnut, the chair features a tall, gently arched back and gracefully contoured cabriole legs that lend a sense of poise and lightness. The generous seat and padded armrests are upholstered in a neutral leather, accentuated by antique brass nailhead trim that highlights the chair’s crisp lines and subtle curves.
Named after the philosopher Voltaire, these high-backed armchairs became popular in the mid-19th century for their comfort and dignified silhouette—favored in French salons and reading rooms for both style and repose.
A timeless blend of comfort and sophistication, this armchair would bring understated European elegance to a study, living room, or bedroom setting.
Origin: Italy, circa 1920
Materials: Walnut, Leather, Brass Nailheads
Condition: good condition; minor wear consistent with age and use, solid and sturdy, minor wear to leather, minor oxidation to brass as expected
Dimensions: The overall dimensions are 47” tall x 26” deep x 25” wide. The cushioned arm height is comfortably at 26.5” and the seat height at 18”. The interior dimensions of the seat are 20” deep x 20” wide.
- Dimensions:Height: 47 in (119.38 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
- Style:Louis Philippe (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1920
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. good condition; minor wear consistent with age and use, solid and sturdy, minor wear to leather, minor oxidation to brass as expected.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU914644913382
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