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19th‑century Portuguese carved wooden chair in warm walnut tones with a monumental backrest richly carved in Baroque Revival style (D. João V), dimensions 140 × 53 × 48 cm.
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Portuguese ceremonial chair in carved wood - D. João V style, c. 1880–1920.
Impressive Portuguese ceremonial chair, made in warm-toned wood, probably walnut, with an exceptionally tall backrest and richly carved.
The upholstered backrest presents a wavy contour, topped by an exuberant pierced pediment with acanthus leaves, volutes and vegetal motifs. The contoured waist is ornamented with a central shell and scrolls, extending into curved front legs ending in expressive paw feet.
The seat and backrest are covered in cream-colored fabric, secured with decorative metal tacks. The combination of the monumental backrest with the Baroque carving gives it a strong ceremonial and decorative character.
- Origin: Portugal
- Epoch: Late 19th century/early 20th century, approximately 1880–1920
- Style: Historicist; D. João V revival; Portuguese Baroque and Rococo
- Materials: Carved wood, probably walnut; fabric and metal tacks
- Dimensions: 140 × 53 × 48 cm
Condition: Good overall, considering its age.
Portuguese ceremonial chair in carved wood - D. João V style, c. 1880–1920.
Impressive Portuguese ceremonial chair, made in warm-toned wood, probably walnut, with an exceptionally tall backrest and richly carved.
The upholstered backrest presents a wavy contour, topped by an exuberant pierced pediment with acanthus leaves, volutes and vegetal motifs. The contoured waist is ornamented with a central shell and scrolls, extending into curved front legs ending in expressive paw feet.
The seat and backrest are covered in cream-colored fabric, secured with decorative metal tacks. The combination of the monumental backrest with the Baroque carving gives it a strong ceremonial and decorative character.
- Origin: Portugal
- Epoch: Late 19th century/early 20th century, approximately 1880–1920
- Style: Historicist; D. João V revival; Portuguese Baroque and Rococo
- Materials: Carved wood, probably walnut; fabric and metal tacks
- Dimensions: 140 × 53 × 48 cm
Condition: Good overall, considering its age.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Baroque style
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
140 cm
Width
53 cm
Depth
48 cm
Estimated period
19th century
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