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Antique Venetian Carved Grotto Rocking Chair, ca. 1890

$24,860
£18,909.88
€21,797.63
CA$35,295.95
A$37,880.49
CHF 20,305.44
MX$455,874.28
NOK 256,021.51
SEK 233,456.13
DKK 162,828.22

About the Item

An antique handcarved Venetian rocking chair in grotto design. Seat and backrest in the shape of sea shells, backrest supported by a sea horse. The base features fish heads and sea snakes on booth sides. Executed by Pauly et Cie, Venice, Italy ca. 1890. Silvered and gilt-varnished green painted finish. A very rare example of grotto furnishing. See Bruce M. Newmann, Fantasy Furniture, Rizzoli 1989, pages 57 ff. Measures: width: 26.77" (68cm) Height: 39.37" (100cm) Depth: 43.31" (110cm) artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 26.78 in (68 cm)Depth: 43.31 in (110 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition. Finish partly restored. Please contact us if you have questions.
  • Seller Location:
    Berghuelen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: e65111stDibs: LU988727278232

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