Victorian Shell Inlaid Papier Mache Chairs, Pair

拍品描述

Pair of Victorian Paint-Decorated, Mother-of-Pearl Shell Inlaid, and Gilt Papier Mache Side Chairs, second half 19th century, with cane paneled seats and fitted cushions. Without cushions: 33" H x 17" W x 19.5" D; seat: 16.5" H. Provenance: The Estate of Gilbert C. Maurer, Director and Former COO of Hearst, Former President of the Whitney Museum Board, and Director and Trustee of the Norton Museum of Art in Palm Beach, Florida. Keywords: Antique Furniture, Victorian Furniture, Accent chairs, Inlay work, Painting vignettes, Cherubs, Putti, Seating, Interior design, Decorative Arts

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