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Antique Renaissance Revival armchair from Italy, circa 1880–1910, carved solid wood with brocade fabric upholstery in burgundy and antique gold, dimensions 134 cm high by 65 cm wide by 68 cm deep, condition used with probable small missing parts.
Description from the seller
Renaissance Revival-style office/library armchair, richly carved, late 19th/early 20th century
Splendid period armchair, a perfect piece for a classic office, a library, or as an elegant accent chair in a living room. The piece, solidly built, clearly draws inspiration from the rich and sumptuous style of the Italian Renaissance and Baroque.
Main Features:
Material and Craftsmanship: The frame is made of solid wood (likely walnut or oak), stained in a warm dark brown tone that enhances the grain and deep carvings.
Carving Details: This chair stands out for the extraordinary richness of its hand-carved decorations:
The very tall backrest culminates in an imposing shell-shaped cresting rail, flanked by prominent scroll volutes.
Under the seat, the front crossbar is enriched with a central shell-and-leaf motif, a theme that is repeated on the side shields.
The arms terminate in an elegant rolled volute.
The front legs are beautifully urnturned and end in rare carved claw feet (or palm feet), resting on decorative blocks.
Upholstery: The seat and back are generously padded and upholstered with a fine brocade fabric featuring a paisley/floral motif in burgundy and antique gold tones, perfect for the historic style of the piece. The upholstery appears solid and well maintained.
Object Condition (See Photos):
The chair is in overall good period condition, evidenced by the natural, authentic patina of the wood. We note, for complete transparency, the following details visible in the close-up photos:
Wood wear: There are surface scratches, small dents, and areas where the finish is worn (especially along the armrest edges and the back crest), normal for a piece of this age and use.
Stability: The wooden structure appears solid and stable, with no obvious signs of warp or weakness.
Seller's Story
Renaissance Revival-style office/library armchair, richly carved, late 19th/early 20th century
Splendid period armchair, a perfect piece for a classic office, a library, or as an elegant accent chair in a living room. The piece, solidly built, clearly draws inspiration from the rich and sumptuous style of the Italian Renaissance and Baroque.
Main Features:
Material and Craftsmanship: The frame is made of solid wood (likely walnut or oak), stained in a warm dark brown tone that enhances the grain and deep carvings.
Carving Details: This chair stands out for the extraordinary richness of its hand-carved decorations:
The very tall backrest culminates in an imposing shell-shaped cresting rail, flanked by prominent scroll volutes.
Under the seat, the front crossbar is enriched with a central shell-and-leaf motif, a theme that is repeated on the side shields.
The arms terminate in an elegant rolled volute.
The front legs are beautifully urnturned and end in rare carved claw feet (or palm feet), resting on decorative blocks.
Upholstery: The seat and back are generously padded and upholstered with a fine brocade fabric featuring a paisley/floral motif in burgundy and antique gold tones, perfect for the historic style of the piece. The upholstery appears solid and well maintained.
Object Condition (See Photos):
The chair is in overall good period condition, evidenced by the natural, authentic patina of the wood. We note, for complete transparency, the following details visible in the close-up photos:
Wood wear: There are surface scratches, small dents, and areas where the finish is worn (especially along the armrest edges and the back crest), normal for a piece of this age and use.
Stability: The wooden structure appears solid and stable, with no obvious signs of warp or weakness.

