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Lot 246
Pair of Antique Italian Carved and Painted Parlor Armchairs
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late-18th century, shaped and molded high back with relief carved crest, carved and scrolled arms with shell terminus, molded and shaped arm support, serpentine front seat rail with relief carving, cabriole legs with stylized whorl foot, carved molded and shaped stretcher base. All over rusty red-wash to frame, gilt highlight with wear, later cream velvet upholstery.

45 x 26 x 21 in., seat height 17 in.

Later upholstery in good condition; some insect damage; joints reset and with later screws; enhanced painted surface; overall good estate condition.