18th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Prie-Dieu Prayer Kneeler

$1,500

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Place this elegant antique Arma Christi prayer chair in your bedroom for daily devotions. Crafted in France, circa 1760, the fruitwood Oratoire stands on four small bun feet over a knee resting platform base with door and underneath storage. The Prie-Dieu features a hinged top to store bibles, rosaries and missals and a large central door embellished with hand carved floral motifs; opened, it reveal shelving for additional storage. The religious prayer bench is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a rich walnut patina. Lock, escutcheon and key included. Measures: 30″ W x 20″ D x 38.25″ H.

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