Pair of Monumental Walnut Ecclesiastical Armchairs

20th century, in the Gothic taste, each with an arched crest flanked by crockets, above a trefoil-pierced frieze centered by a carved peeping monk, over the padded back, joined to the cushioned wooden seat by winged lion arms on shield uprights, raised on chamfered square legs joined by an H-form stretcher.
h. 66-1-/2", w. 28-1/2", d. 22-1/2"

In overall very good condition. Both are tight in the arms, legs and backs. The finish appears to be a polished old or original surface; it exhibits some rubbing and wear, most notably to the arms. Beneath each loose seat cushion there is a straight-line shrinkage separation where two boards are laminated together. The upholstery is in good condition, with moderate wear and no notable stains. Loose seat cushions are reversible. NOTE: Constructed of walnut NOT mahogany.