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Armchair (part of a set), mid-18th century, Walnut, painted and silvered; wool petit point embroidery

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Chair

Armchair (part of a set)

Maker unknown · mid-18th century

Medium: Walnut, painted and silvered; wool petit point embroidery
Dimensions: H. 37-3/4 x W. 27 x D. 24 in. (95.9 x 68.6 x 61.0 cm)
Accession: 22.162.1
Credit line: Rogers Fund, 1922
Culture: Italian, Venice

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