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18th Century Spanish Monastery Dining Chairs in Leather and Wood

$18,060List Priceper set

About the Item

An exceptionally rare and character-rich set of 6 Spanish monastery dining chairs, dating to the 18th century. Crafted by hand from solid wood and upholstered in original vegetable-tanned leather, these chairs are imbued with the spiritual simplicity and enduring craftsmanship typical of ecclesiastical furniture from rural Spain. Each chair features thick, hand-stitched leather seats and backs, affixed with forged iron tacks. The squared frames are constructed with traditional pegged mortise-and-tenon joinery and bear the marks of age—exposed wear, surface erosion, and a deeply burnished patina developed over centuries. Most notably, the front stretchers exhibit decades of footrest wear—an evocative and beautiful detail that speaks to their communal, contemplative use in a monastic setting. Two of the chairs have small tears in the leather seats that have been professionally repaired. These repairs are structurally sound and discreet but noted here for transparency; the set is priced accordingly. The chairs' naturally softened leather seats and gently curved backs provide supportive, relaxed, and incredibly comfrotable seating. Unrestored and deeply expressive, this set offers a rare opportunity to acquire original 18th century Spanish chairs that have survived as a complete group. Their honest construction, enduring materials, and visible history make them ideal for collectors, designers, and institutions seeking pieces with soul and story.

Dimensions:
Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Depth: 18.88 in (47.96 cm)Seat Height: 18.6 in (47.25 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 6
Style:
Spanish Colonial (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Hardwood,Leather,Hand-Carved,Joinery
Place of Origin:
Spain
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1760-1820
Condition:
Repaired: The small tears in the seats of two of the chairs have been repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Structurally sound and stable. Surface wear, oxidation, and patina consistent with age and use. Leather is original and naturally aged. Two of the six seats have repaired tears—solid and usable, with repairs made in keeping with the chairs’ overall c.
Seller Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU10487245703962

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