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Armchair, late 15th or 16th century (textiles); 16th century, second half (woodwork), Walnut, carved and turned; dark red si…

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Chair

Armchair

Maker unknown · late 15th or 16th century (textiles); 16th century, second half (woodwork)

Medium: Walnut, carved and turned; dark red silk and satin cut velvet; gilt metal tape with fringe gilt-metal thread.
Dimensions: H. 106.4 cm, W. 61.6 cm, D. 56 cm Back 47.5 x 70.4 cm; Seat 64 x 89 cm (including fringe)
Accession: 1975.1.1996
Credit line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
Culture: Iberian or Flemish (woodwork); Italian (or Spanish?) (textiles)

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