Egyptian Revival Gilded Horse-Head Curule Chair With Zebra Upholstery, Italy, 1970s–1980s

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Striking Italian Egyptian Revival curule chair dating to the 1970s–1980s, distinguished by an expressive sculptural frame featuring four stylized horse-head … Read more Striking Italian Egyptian Revival curule chair dating to the 1970s–1980s, distinguished by an expressive sculptural frame featuring four stylized horse-head finials and elegantly curved, crossed supports. The frame is finished in an aged gilt-gold tone, emphasizing the dramatic contours and architectural character of the design.
The generously proportioned seat is upholstered in a bold black-and-white zebra-pattern textile, creating a sophisticated Hollywood Regency juxtaposition against the gilded frame. A circular medallion detail at the center of the front stretcher adds an additional Neoclassical/Egyptian-inspired accent.
With its theatrical silhouette and exoticist detailing, this chair works equally well as a statement accent chair, dressing or vanity chair, or decorative occasional seat. See less