A set of six Italian Rococo carved giltwood armchairs Probably Venice, circa 1745

together with tow later copies. 8 pieces.

With age and construction cracks. Carving with abrasions, minor chips and dents. One with break to one corner of back rest, another with restored break to one leg. Scattered losses to gesso. Largest loss to gesso approximately 1.5 by 1.5 in. above knee of front right leg of one later copy. Backs with later paint, gilding with rubbing, losses and surface dirt overall. Gilding refreshed in a few small areas; now mostly rubbed away. Scattered old worm damage to all, resulting in small losses to wood in a few areas; not extensive. Feet blocked. In good condition.
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