{"product_id":"pair-of-mid-20th-century-italian-carved-armchairs-with-leather-upholstery","title":"Pair of Mid-20th Century Italian Carved Armchairs with Leather Upholstery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handsome pair of armchairs dates to the mid-20th century and is most consistent with Italian craftsmanship, reflecting a revivalist interpretation of earlier classical forms. The chairs feature finely carved wooden frames with scrolling arms, cabriole legs, and shaped aprons, all retaining a warm, time-softened gilt or ochre-toned finish with visible age and patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seats and backs are upholstered in rich brown leather, hand-patinated over time and finished with traditional nailhead trim. The leather shows natural wear and tonal variation, enhancing the depth and authenticity of the pieces rather than detracting from them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tall, slightly arched backs and generous proportions suggest these were made as substantial, decorative seating, likely intended for a formal interior—such as a salon, library, or reception room—rather than as light occasional chairs. The carving is confident and fluid, typical of Italian workshop production of the period, where historical motifs were executed with expressive handwork rather than strict academic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-constructed and visually striking, this pair offers the warmth and character of genuine age with the versatility of mid-century production, making them well-suited to both traditional and eclectic interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_9415d43e\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003eDimensions:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6 _cb16180a\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eHeight: 47.5 in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6 _cb16180a\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eWidth: 26 in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6 _cb16180a\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eDepth: 26 in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eSeat Height: 19 in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003eSold As:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eSet of 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003eStyle:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003eBaroque\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003eMaterials and Techniques:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6 _cb16180a\"\u003eLeather, Walnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003eItaly\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eMid- 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_9ab89a9d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_51822ac7 _3681075f\"\u003eCondition:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_49da11ae _3681075f\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fe6d36b6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_57a9be25\"\u003eWear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Melissa Levinson Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51565301956914,"sku":null,"price":2800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/4321\/6690\/files\/f_47960462_1765563660540_bg_processed.jpg?v=1786564232","url":"https:\/\/melissalevinson.com\/products\/pair-of-mid-20th-century-italian-carved-armchairs-with-leather-upholstery","provider":"Melissa Levinson Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}