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Italian Noble Mans Carved Walnut Audience Armchair.
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Italian Noble Mans Carved Walnut Audience Armchair.

18th century
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Late 17th century, profusely carved back and front in walnut, showing some shrinkages which can be rectified to a degree, very large and heavy and very rare, the carvings are superb and was done by a master of his profession, recent recovered in materials but I consider once leather, reference DMELS Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
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Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this Carved Walnut Audience Armchair to the 1700s.

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SA1229708
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Description
Late 17th century, profusely carved back and front in walnut, showing some shrinkages which can be rectified to a degree, very large and heavy and very rare, the carvings are superb and was done by a master of his profession, recent recovered in materials but I consider once leather, reference DMELS Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this Carved Walnut Audience Armchair to the 1700s.

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SA1229708
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DMELS
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A carved walnut armchair featuring a curved crest rail with sculpted figures, a circular gold patterned velvet seat, and carved legs with mask motifs.
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Archive I A carved walnut armchair featuring a curved crest rail with sculpted figures, a circular gold patterned velvet seat, and carved legs with mask motifs.

Italian Noble Mans Carved Walnut Audience Armchair.

Archive II A carved walnut armchair featuring a curved crest rail with sculpted figures, a circular gold patterned velvet seat, and carved legs with mask motifs. View II
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A carved walnut armchair featuring a curved crest rail with sculpted figures, a circular gold patterned velvet seat, and carved legs with mask motifs.
Italian Noble Mans carved walnut audience armchair.
Ref: SA1229708
A carved walnut armchair featuring a curved crest rail with sculpted figures, a circular gold patterned velvet seat, and carved legs with mask motifs.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleItalian Renaissance Revival
  • MaterialWalnut, Velvet
  • ColourWarm Brown, Gold
  • MotifsGrotesque masks, curved crest rail, turned legs, carved uprights
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This Italian Renaissance Revival nobleman's audience armchair dates from 1700 and is constructed from solid walnut with a warm brown timber finish. The piece is heavily carved with intricate details including grotesque masks on the legs and central upright, sculptural figures on the curved crest rail, and ornate carved side uprights. The circular seat is upholstered in a gold patterned velvet fabric with a detailed damask-style motif. Natural timber shrinkages are visible across the structure reflecting its late seventeenth-century origins, alongside a heavy and robust form with cabriole-style carved legs terminating in scrolled feet. The armchair measures 98 cm high, 62 cm wide, and 60 cm deep. Today, this imposing seat suits a grand gentleman's library, a formal hallway, or a traditional study as a striking statement piece. It works well positioned by a desk, paired with an antique writing table, or set against a panelled wall to highlight the sculptural woodworking. The tactile velvet upholstery and rich walnut tones integrate smoothly into historic, period-style, or eclectic interiors where authentic antique seating provides historical depth.

FAQs

Audience chairs from Italy were constructed as formal seating for reception rooms, featuring carved wooden frames, openwork backrests, and padded seats.

Items from this era typically feature carved solid walnut, combined with rich textile upholstery such as velvet, damask, or leather.

Genuine period pieces display hand-chiselled carving marks, traditional joinery techniques, natural wood grain variation, and patinated surface wear.

An Italian carved armchair serves as a focal statement piece in an entryway, study, or living space when offset by modern minimalist decor.

Dust the intricate carvings using a dry, soft-bristled brush, apply clear beeswax polish occasionally, and position the piece away from direct heat sources.
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