Superb Quality Late 17th Century Solid Ebony Low Chair

17th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A superb quality late 17th century solid ebony low chair with intricate carving from The Coromandel Coast, India.

This chair, of museum quality, consists of a profusely carved back rail with a carved female figure to the centre surrounded by a wreath.

To either side are carved mermaids each holding a bird with seated monkeys and various foliate and floral decoration, the reverse of the back rail shows the back of the carvings giving a three dimensional appearance.

The spindles are of rope twist design with the bottom rail carved with scrolling and pierced decoration.

The uprights to each side of the back have a carved face to the top leading down to profusely carved foliate decoration.

The seat has recently been re-caned using traditional methods to replicate the original cane work.

The seat rails and friezes to the front, sides and back are all profusely carved with floral and foliate decoration with pierced scrolled carving leading down to four spiral legs.

The legs are supported by four carved and pierced stretchers terminating with turned feet.

This chair is of superb quality and of excellent condition for age and can go straight into a home or collection.

Similar examples can be found in the book 'Furniture from British India and Ceylon' by Amin Jaffer.

Size:

Height: 29'' / 73.5cm

Width: 20.25'' / 51.5cm

Depth: 17.25'' / 44cm

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the Before 1700 period.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA365420

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS654

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A superb quality late 17th century solid ebony low chair with intricate carving from The Coromandel Coast, India.

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This chair, of museum quality, consists of a profusely carved back rail with a carved female figure to the centre surrounded by a wreath.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superb quality late 17th century solid ebony low chair — fig 1. Superb Quality Late 17th Century Solid Ebony Low Chair

To either side are carved mermaids each holding a bird with seated monkeys and various foliate and floral decoration, the reverse of the back rail shows the back of the carvings giving a three dimensional appearance.

fig 2. Superb quality late 17th century solid ebony low chair — fig 2. Superb Quality Late 17th Century Solid Ebony Low Chair

The spindles are of rope twist design with the bottom rail carved with scrolling and pierced decoration.

The uprights to each side of the back have a carved face to the top leading down to profusely carved foliate decoration.

fig 3. Superb quality late 17th century solid ebony low chair — fig 3. Superb Quality Late 17th Century Solid Ebony Low Chair

The seat has recently been re-caned using traditional methods to replicate the original cane work.

The seat rails and friezes to the front, sides and back are all profusely carved with floral and foliate decoration with pierced scrolled carving leading down to four spiral legs.