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Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
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Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
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Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair

  • This chair transforms into an elegant set of steps, perfect for a library
  • It evokes all of the grandeur and genius of Chippendale's designs
  • Crafted from rich dark-washed mahogany
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$9,850
Item No. 31-9772

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Description
This unique Chippendale-style metamorphic chair seamlessly transforms into library steps. Crafted from rich, dark mahogany and featuring exquisite elephant-patterned upholstery, this piece evokes the grandeur associated with campaign furniture. The intricately carved splat back and finely detailed craftsmanship epitomize the superior carving and innovative design for which Chippendale is renowned. With graceful precision, the chair unfolds to reveal functional library steps, allowing a smooth transition from the comfort of reading to the convenience of selecting. . .
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This unique Chippendale-style metamorphic chair seamlessly transforms into library steps. Crafted from rich, dark mahogany and featuring exquisite elephant-patterned upholstery, this piece evokes the grandeur associated with campaign furniture. The intricately carved splat back and finely detailed craftsmanship epitomize the superior carving and innovative design for which Chippendale is renowned. With graceful precision, the chair unfolds to reveal functional library steps, allowing a smooth transition from the comfort of reading to the convenience of selecting your next book.

19th century

37" high x 22 1/2" wide x 22 1/2" deep
When open: 26 1/2" deep
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Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
Period: 19th Century
Type: Seating
Style: Chippendale
Depth: 22.5 in. (57.15 cm)
Width: 22.5 in. (57.15 cm)
Height: 37.0 in. (93.98 cm)
Chippendale-Style Metamorphic Library Chair
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