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Leather-covered Walnut Armchair

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an ornate wooden chair. The chair has a rich, dark wood frame with a high back adorned by intricately carved details and gold-colored embellishments. The backrest is upholstered with what seems to be a leather cover embossed with a decorative pattern and bordered by metallic studs. The seat also appears to match the backrest, both trimmed with a fringe-like detailing. The armrests extend outward and appear solidly constructed, complementing the sturdy build of the chair. The chair's legs and base have a carved interlocking design.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
walnut, poplar, tooled and gilded leather, and gilded metal nails
Dimensions
7574 × 9468 px
Public Domain
Yes
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