18th Century Portuguese Dining Chairs, Set of 8
This is a superb set of 8 Mid-18th Century Portuguese Rococo dining chairs. The chairs are beautifully carved of solid walnut and are highlighted with carved acanthus leaf and other botanical detailing. The legs feature well-carved knees and claw and ball feet. The front rail is carved with an open drop pendant. The caned seats are an uncommon featured; the seats have been recaned. We are including the vintage cushions as a courtesy; however, the cushions are not included in the listing. The detail carvings are accented in gold leaf. The chairs have had minor anticipated restorations over their nearly 300 years of life, but are in sturdy condition. The gold leaf has been touched up and the walnut surfaces have been re-stained and waxed.
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Dimensions: Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Sold As: Set of 8
Style: Rococo (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques: Walnut,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin: Portugal
Period: Mid-18th Century
Date of Manufacture: circa 1760-1770
Condition: Reupholstered. Restorations. Minor anticipated restorations have been made over the chairs' nearly 300 years of life. Gold leafing has been refreshed. Chair surfaces have been touched up and a hard paste wax applied. The chairs have been recaned. Wear consistent with age and use. The vintage cushions are included as a courtesy and are not part of the listing.
Seller Location: Pasadena, CA
Reference Number: mjhdesignarts.02.06.23
