Caption:
Armchair (part of a set), ca. 1780, Italian, Venice, Walnut, polychromed; velvet, Overall: 35 5/8 × 24 1/2 in. (90.5 × 62.2 cm), Woodwork-Furniture, These chairs are from a large set comprising at least two settees and twelve armchairs. The conceit of birds upholding the swags on the back contributes to the light and playful qualities of the design