Armchair (part of a set)

Italian, Venice

mid-18th century

Not on view

This chair clearly illustrates the strong influence of French Rococo furniture current in Venice at the time.

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Title: Armchair (part of a set)
Date: mid-18th century
Culture: Italian, Venice
Medium: Walnut, painted and silvered; wool petit point embroidery
Dimensions: H. 37-3/4 x W. 27 x D. 24 in. (95.9 x 68.6 x 61.0 cm)
Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1922
Object Number: 22.162.1
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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