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Description

A red lacquered parcel-gilt armchair, in the Chinese Chippendale style. C.1900

Profusely decorated with various oriental scenes, raised on square moulded forelegs.

With a traditionally upholstered drop in seat pad, finished in a cream flax linen.

Structurally sound with wear to decoration.

Seat Height: 51cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

102cm (40.16")

Width

62cm (24.41")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Chinese Chippendale Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1066852

Description

A red lacquered parcel-gilt armchair, in the Chinese Chippendale style. C.1900

Profusely decorated with various oriental scenes, raised on square moulded forelegs.

With a traditionally upholstered drop in seat pad, finished in a cream flax linen.

Structurally sound with wear to decoration.

Seat Height: 51cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

102cm (40.16")

Width

62cm (24.41")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Chinese Chippendale Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1066852

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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William Carr Antiques

Telephone 07958 023028

Location

Durham
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder

Verified Since Feb 2022

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleChinese Chippendale
MaterialWood, Fabric
ColourRed
MotifsFretwork backrest, Straight legs, Painted finish, Chinoiserie motifs
SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

FAQs

The Chinese Chippendale style emerged during the mid-18th century in Britain, inspired by Thomas Chippendales interpretations of Chinese motifs and architectural fretwork combined with Rococo elements.

These pieces are traditionally crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany or pine, featuring intricate hand-carved fretwork, mortise and tenon joinery, and often hand-painted or lacquered finishes.

Authenticity is determined by examining the wood aging, traditional joinery methods, tool marks, and the quality of the hand-carved geometric fretwork rather than relying solely on maker marks.

This type of statement chair works effectively as an accent piece in a minimalist room or study, contrasting clean modern lines with intricate historical woodwork.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting gently with a dry microfiber cloth, and avoiding chemical polishes that can damage the historic finish.