A pair of Swedish Gustav III carved giltwood armchairs third quarter 18th century

Sotheby's New York, Collection of Arne Schlesch, April 5, 2000, lot 359

With scattered age and construction cracks, abrasions and dents. Carving with some abrasions and minor chips. Underside with old worm damage resulting in loss to wood in some areas of seatrail; one chair with later pieces of wood inserted in such area to stabilize seat. Feet retipped. Gilding later, now with some losses and rubbing. In good condition.
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