The Nasrid were the last rulers of Muslim Spain and this chair belongs to a small group of 19th.century copies of 15th century Nasrid originals, one of which is still in the Alhambra, Granada.
Ivory and hardwood inlays, 19th.century (later leather back and seat), Spanish, sold.
Ivory and hardwood inlays, 19th.century (later leather back and seat), Spanish, sold.
Comparison and further information see:
Christie's lot 392, 7th October 2008 Islamic Arts, King Street, London
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