An Italian 19th century giltwood palazzo furniture suite

Object Description

Consisting of three armchairs and seven side chairs, this superb giltwood suite was made in Italy in the nineteenth century. With slight variations in the dimensions, the ten chairs are sumptuously decorated with elaborate giltwood in a Baroque style. The splendid gilding is complemented by rich green velvet upholstery. Fit for an Italian palazzo, this set will make an indulgent and beautiful addition to any villa or modern interior.

Each side chair approximately: 59cm wide x 61cm deep x 107cm high; each armchair approximately: 73cm wide x 74cm deep x 107cm high.

Object History

Salotto di Ricevimento at the Count and Countess Martignone’s villa at Pieve Ligure.
Bonhams, New Bond Street, 24 September 2014, The Count and Countess Martignone’s Milanese and Genoese Properties, lot 355

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