Antique Prayer Chair
This unique piece is the perfect chair for those who love unusual antiques! Known in the antique world as a "Prie Dieu" Prayer Bench, these chairs were commonly used in churches to listen to mass. It is important to note the upholstered elbow rest on the back of the chair. After one was done listening to mass they would turn, kneel and pray resting their arms on the back. This fine hardwood chair will illicit a host of compliments from all your guests. Solidly made, this chair features a beautiful ladder style frame. The most outstanding feature of this chair is the hand stitched, needlepoint upholstery that adorns the seat and armrest. Look at the floral print pattern; this design was painstakingly done by hand, truly beautiful. Imagine this chair in your sitting room or parlor, it will be the topic of many a conversation. However you decide to use this wonderful chair, you are sure to love this history and charm it brings to your home.
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