Anglo-Burmese Painted Bergere or Armchair, circa 1880
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Description
A circa 1880 Anglo-Indian, Anglo-Burmese armchair of good size having intricate pierce-carved teak frame painted deep coral, the curved crestrail dipping into 'beastie-and-boteh' canted front supports and D-shaped upholstered drop-seat; base with same pierce-carved front and side aprons joining prominent canted front legs and splayed rear.
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More Information
Origin: Myanmar (Burma) Period: 19th Century Materials: Hand-carved teak, paint Condition: Good. Professionally restored. Original stained frame painted circa 1940, newly repainted in matching color. Seat reupholstery recommended. Creation Date: circa 1880 Styles / Movements: Aesthetic Movement, Asian, Anglo-Indian Incollect Reference #: 607970 -
Dimensions
W. 31 in; H. 34.5 in; D. 25 in; W. 78.74 cm; H. 87.63 cm; D. 63.5 cm; Seat H. 18 in; Arm H. 24.5 in; Seat H. 45.72 cm; Arm H. 62.23 cm;
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