The idea to re-upholster this comfortable pair of finely carved mahogany Edwardian armchairs to such a high standard with a lovely quality contemporary fabric was Jean Allam''s. Jean was a very knowledgeable, much-loved, and highly respected, dealer from Dorking, She always pressed restorers and upholsterers to work to the highest standard. She loved fabrics and interior decoration. You always knew a piece of Jean''s stock, it was crisp and beautifully presented. This pair of chairs is typical of Jean''s ability to find pieces that have cross-over appeal - antiques that enhance a contemporary interior. Jean sold these attractive chairs to a local lady. As you can see from the images, the owner''s daughter was probably right when she mentioned her mother didn''t sit in them, but just enjoyed them. I am always pleased to be given the chance to purchase stock that once belonged to Jean. Like this pair of chairs, they are well chosen and nearly always in excellent condition.Whenever po...