Antique Carved Wooden Dressing Table Chair, 1900s

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A charming, finely carved solid wood dressing chair (or commode), a valuable example of private bedroom and bathroom furnishings dating … Read more A charming, finely carved solid wood dressing chair (or commode), a valuable example of private bedroom and bathroom furnishings dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

· Subject and Style: Classically inspired, wavy lines with a cymatium shaped with scrolls and acanthus leaves, a central open handle, a dorsal strut carved with plant motifs, and wide, curved armrests; a tub-shaped seat with a removable, shaped seat with a circular opening and a matching, period-style round cover for the internal toilet compartment; saber-shaped front legs.

· Material and Finish: Solid wood frame with a warm walnut-stained finish, relief carvings, and a surface retaining its authentic patina.

Ideal for: Collectors of historic furniture and period curiosities, period homes, farmhouses, museum displays, or theatrical sets, or as an unusual decorative element for bedrooms and living rooms.

Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Commode chair / Dressing chair with removable seat and lid.

Brand / Manufacture / Attribution: European artisanal craftsmanship, unsigned, not attributable to a specific artist.

Materials: Carved solid wood.

Period: Attributed to the late 19th/early 20th century.

Dimensions: Width 54.5 cm. Depth 48 cm. Total height 89 cm. Seat height 39 cm.

Condition: Very good overall vintage condition, as found. Solid, sound, and stable structure, free of structural damage; seat post and circular lid are original, perfectly adjustable and removable; Surface with a charming vintage patina and normal signs of wear consistent with age and historical use. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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