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Italian Tortoise Chair

$1,595
£1,204.18
€1,409.41
CA$2,266.50
A$2,305.24
CHF 1,318.18
MX$27,883.78
NOK 15,444.62
SEK 15,440.91
DKK 10,536.16

About the Item

Italian tortoise chair. Vintage painted neoclassical style open armchair with spotted and speckled faux turtle shell mottling waxed canvas upholstery to seat arms and back. Lower seat styling perfect as bedroom slipper chair or beside soaking tub in master bath. Small vintage “repair” to back inside curve of chair not noticeable due to location and lower styling of chair. Italy, first quarter 20th century Dimensions: 31" height x 19” deep x 23.5” wide; 16.5 seat height.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1084227441852

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