Art Nouveau armchair, first half of the twentieth century. Carved and fretworked oak wood. Measurements: 91 x 62,5 x 46 cm. Armchair made of carved oak wood that presents a design of fluid lines, although the volume of the carving provides robustness to the design. The piece is supported by four legs with a curved and concave profile, which adds lightness to the structure. The carving that adorns the backrest has a design of organic lines inspired by nature, very typical of Art Nouveau aesthetics. The flat seat gives way to the armrests that also have a sinuous profile that adapts fluidly to the backrest.

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