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Armchair, mid-18th century, Walnut, gilded; velvet
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Chair

Armchair

Maker unknown · mid-18th century

Medium
Walnut, gilded; velvet
Dimensions
H. 54-1/4 x W. 29-3/4 x D. 23-1/2 in. (137.8 x 75.6 x 59.7 cm)
Accession
23.11.1
Credit line
Rogers Fund, 1923
Culture
Italian, Venice

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