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Silvered metal and red velvet throne chair

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Silvered metal and red velvet throne chair
Indian, c. 1880
Height 138cm, width 66cm, depth 66cm

This fine Indian throne chair would have been popular in Europe as well as India in the 19th Century. The detailed silvered metal chair frame has been hammered to create beautiful Indian motifs, including two lions to the front. The back rest and seat cushion made with red velvet. The piece, which serves as an excellent example of the interplay between British and Indian styles, would suit a collector interested in Anglo-Indian artefacts.

More Information

Origin:	India
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Silvered Metal, Velvet.
Creation Date:	1880
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	9951
Incollect Reference #:	384201

Dimensions

W.	25.98 in;	H.	54.33 in;	D.	25.98 in;
W.	66 cm;	H.	138 cm;	D.	66 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.