Set of Six Italian Dining Chairs

Van Den Akker Antiques, New York
Albert Hadley, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2006

Overall in very good condition. The wooden frames of the chairs present with edge nicks, dings and shallow surface scratches consistent with use. A few of the seams along the top rail of the backrest present with minor seam separation also consistent with gentle use. The front two feet of each chair are fitted with brass sabot that present with light discoloration consistent with the aging process of the material. The two back legs of each chair are designed without sabot and are therefore not lacking. The coloration across the six chairs are nicely consistent. The upholstery to all six chairs has recently been updated. A very nice set of six chairs showing very detailed sculptural forms when viewed in person.
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