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Six "Chinese Portrait" Chairs, France, 1940's

About the Item

Set of six unusual and lovely dining chairs with rectangular backs, each adorned with a carved central medallion featuring the portrait of a Chinese figure, (2 of each). Wonderful reeded and dramatically tapered arrow-shaped front legs, ending in fine brass sabots. Painted in off-white, with detailing subtly picked out in a darker hue. Original velvet upholstery with floral design, secured by a decorative double row of tacks.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.92 in (109 cm)Width: 19.3 in (49 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)Seat Height: 20.08 in (51 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Isle Sur La Sorgue, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9377852543
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