Vintage Italian Neoclassical Black Chair with Silver Leaf

A Handcrafted Italian Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance

There is a certain quiet authority in the Vintage Italian Neoclassical Black Chair with Silver Leaf—a grace that whispers of candlelit salons, marble-floored villas, and the deliberate artistry of the Old World. Made by hand in Italy, this refined chair embodies centuries of Italian craftsmanship, where every curve, every carved detail, and every brush of silver leaf tells a story of lineage and luxury.

The silhouette speaks unmistakably of the Neoclassical revival, its gently scrolled arms and tapered legs recalling the stately grandeur of 18th-century Rome. Yet this interpretation feels freshly alive. The deep black finish anchors the piece with a sense of gravitas, while hand-applied silver leaf accents shimmer subtly, catching the light like moonlight on dark velvet. Each glint of silver reveals the artisan’s hand — the soft irregularity that no machine could mimic — a testament to its bespoke creation.

The seat and backrest are upholstered in smooth ivory linen, a serene contrast to the dark frame. One imagines it placed at the end of a grand dining table, in a reading nook beside a sculptural lamp, or as an accent chair in a dressing room touched by gilded mirrors. Wherever it rests, the chair evokes Vintage Glamour with an Italian soul — opulent yet disciplined, elegant yet inviting.

To sit in it is to sense the quiet pride of those who shaped it. The chair’s generous arm height and supportive back provide comfort worthy of daily ritual: the morning letter written by hand, the evening glass of Chianti shared by candlelight. For those who appreciate design as heritage rather than trend, this made-to-order piece — completed over sixteen patient weeks — becomes more than vintage furniture; it becomes a future heirloom, a continuation of the Italian art of living beautifully.

Each Vintage Italian Neoclassical Black Chair with Silver Leaf is constructed using traditional joinery and old-world finishing techniques. The carved detailing is accentuated with antique silver leaf trim, hand-burnished for depth and patina. Every order yields a subtle variation in tone, ensuring no two chairs are ever quite the same. This is Italian craftsmanship at its most poetic — a modern treasure shaped by ancient hands.

Design Features

• Hand-carved Neoclassical frame with scroll arms and tapered legs

• Finished in deep black with antique silver leaf detailing

• Smooth ivory upholstery offers refined contrast
  

• Crafted using traditional techniques passed down through generations

Color Palette

• Satin black frame

• Antique silver leaf trim

• Ivory linen upholstery

Condition Notes

• Newly handcrafted; slight variations in finish enhance authenticity

• Made to order; please allow 16 weeks for artisanal completion

Origin & Construction

• Designed and handcrafted in Italy

• Solid hardwood frame with reinforced joints

• Hand-applied silver leaf detailing

• Upholstered by Italian artisans for longevity and comfort

Dimensions

• Overall height: 36.5"

• Seat width: 23"

• Seat depth: 18.5"

• Seat height: 19.5"

• Arm height: 27.5"

Lead Time

• Each chair is individually made to order by Italian artisans.

• Please allow approximately 16 weeks for creation, with additional time for shipping from Italy depending on destination.

All sales are final

We do not accept returns or order cancellations for made-to-order or vintage/antique items. Each piece is individually crafted or sourced, and slight variations in finish or patina are considered hallmarks of its authenticity and artistry.