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French Country Style Oak Ladder-Back Side Chair, Late 20th Century

Item Details

This contemporary side chair is a refined interpretation of the French Country provincial style, crafted from solid oak with a light honey-toned finish. The backrest is defined by three horizontal wavy slats supported by vertical posts capped with spherical ball finials. The seat is constructed of natural woven rush in a traditional four-quadrant envelope pattern, providing an organic texture to the architectural frame. Structural stability is provided by a series of turned stretchers and tapered legs. Forensic examination of the underside reveals modern industrial construction techniques, while the upper surfaces exhibit a well-developed domestic patina. The visible wear and separation of the rush seat fibers indicate a history of regular use, reflecting the utilitarian charm of country-inspired furniture.

Type Side Chair
Materials Oak, Rush
Period Late 20th Century

Condition

- wear; marks; scratches; nicks; scuffs; residue; breaks to rush seat.

Dimensions

18.0" W x 39.0" H x 17.0" D

seat – 18

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Item #

ITMGT33168

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