Swivel Armchair Mahogany Europe XIX Century

Northern Europe Mid 19th century

Code :  ANSESE0154851

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Swivel Armchair Mahogany Europe XIX Century

Northern Europe Mid 19th century

Code :  ANSESE0154851

not available

Swivel Armchair Mahogany Europe XIX Century - Northern Europe Mid 19th century

Features

Northern Europe Mid 19th century

Age:  19th Century / 1801 - 1900

Origin:  Northern Europe

Main essence:  Mahogany

Description

Swivel armchair supported by three legs, the seat engages with a screw that allows it to rotate; the seat is padded and lined in leather, while the back is open; mahogany.

Product Condition:
Product that due to age and wear requires restoration and resumption of polishing.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 97
Width: 59
Depth: 65,5

Seat height:  42

Additional Information

Age: 19th Century / 1801 - 1900

19th Century / 1801 - 1900

Main essence: Mahogany

It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.
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