Chair - Wood - religious armchair

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Constance Rousseau
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Neo-Gothic religious oak armchair dating from circa 1880–1900, made of solid oak in antique style, with a height of 75 cm, width 54 cm, depth 44 cm, seating height 42 cm, weight about 9 kg, in brown and originating from the Netherlands.

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Neo-Gothic religious oak armchair – “Lead us not into temptation” – circa 1880–1900

A splendid and exceptionally richly carved neo-Gothic armchair dating from around 1880–1900, made of solid oak.

The backrest features the religious inscription 'Lead us not into temptation', a reference to the Lord's Prayer. This indicates a church or religious origin.

The chair is decorated on both sides with impressive hand-carved lion heads. The central uprights display a carved figure with a book and shield, surrounded by Gothic ornamentation and graceful scrollwork.

A particularly decorative object with strong symbolism and presence.

Dimensions
Height: 75 cm
Seat height: 42 cm
Width: 54 cm
Depth: 44 cm
Weight: approx. 9 kg

Condition: In good condition with normal signs of wear appropriate for age.
A unique collector's item or statement piece for a classic or eclectic interior.

Neo-Gothic religious oak armchair – “Lead us not into temptation” – circa 1880–1900

A splendid and exceptionally richly carved neo-Gothic armchair dating from around 1880–1900, made of solid oak.

The backrest features the religious inscription 'Lead us not into temptation', a reference to the Lord's Prayer. This indicates a church or religious origin.

The chair is decorated on both sides with impressive hand-carved lion heads. The central uprights display a carved figure with a book and shield, surrounded by Gothic ornamentation and graceful scrollwork.

A particularly decorative object with strong symbolism and presence.

Dimensions
Height: 75 cm
Seat height: 42 cm
Width: 54 cm
Depth: 44 cm
Weight: approx. 9 kg

Condition: In good condition with normal signs of wear appropriate for age.
A unique collector's item or statement piece for a classic or eclectic interior.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
9 kg
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
religious armchair
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
75 cm
Width
54 cm
Depth
44 cm
Estimated period
1880-1900
Seating Height
42 cm
The NetherlandsVerified
30
Objects sold
100%
Private

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