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Pair of crab-form Grotto chairs attributed to Pauly et Cie
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Description
Pair of crab-form Grotto chairs attributed to Pauly et Cie
Italian, late 19th Century
Height 108cm, width 83cm, depth 37cm
The pair of chairs attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice, Italy
Each polychrome decorated chair with hinged back opening to reveal an upholstered velvet seat, all set on a naturalistic base in the form of a shell
Height of chair when open 108cm, height of chair when closed 60cm
'Grotto' furniture was named this way among the European nobility who built shell-encrusted pavilions and grottos during the 18th and 19th Centuries. In the late 19th Century, Pauly et Cie were the leading makers of 'Grotto' furniture in Venice. - More Information
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Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |
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