Pair of flat-backed armchairs in molded, carved and gilded wood, the front uprights in the shape of a winged monopod lion topped by a foliate capital supporting the armrest in the shape of a ringed and foliated elephant tusk (the armrests formerly lacquered white), the rear legs in saber form (wear and slight lack on one armrest). Italy, Tuscany, circa 1820. Height : 92 cm 92 cm - Width : 68 cm - Depth : 53 cm Note: A pair of almost identical armchairs was sold by Sotheby's New-York on October 17, 2015, lot 643, only the upper crosspiece of the backrest differs. Expert : Mr Cédric HENON, 06 95 34 93 78, cedric.henon@authenticite.fr