Superb Quality Late 17thc Solid Ebony Carved Chair from the Coromandel Coast, India.

18th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

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

This chair consists of a profusely carved back rail of scrolling foliate decoration with carved mythical beasts to either side.

This leads down to the back consisting of a carved arcaded design with eight turned supports with seven finials in between, below the same design is replicated and leads down to a lower rail of carved scrolling foliate design.

The uprights each consist of a carved face to the top leading down to profusely carved foliate decoration, the reverse of the back shows the back view of the carving giving the chair a three dimensional appearance.

The chair has a cane drop-in seat with a removable piped upholstered red cushion that compliments the chair (another could be made by the purchaser depending on personal taste) .

The seat rails and friezes to the front, sides and back are all profusely carved with floral and foliate decoration leading down to four turned legs, the legs are supported by carved stretchers terminating with turned feet.

This chair is unusual as this style and age of chair tends to be found of a smaller size, this example being of larger proportions is quite rare.

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.

Physical Dimensions

Height

100cm (39.37")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

49cm (19.29")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA413324

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS777

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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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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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 chair with intricate carving from The Coromandel Coast, India.

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This chair consists of a profusely carved back rail of scrolling foliate decoration with carved mythical beasts to either side.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superb quality late 17thc solid ebony carved chair from The Coromandel Coast, India. — fig 1. Superb Quality Late 17thc Solid Ebony Carved Chair from the Coromandel Coast, India.

This leads down to the back consisting of a carved arcaded design with eight turned supports with seven finials in between, below the same design is replicated and leads down to a lower rail of carved scrolling foliate design.

fig 2. Superb quality late 17thc solid ebony carved chair from The Coromandel Coast, India. — fig 2. Superb Quality Late 17thc Solid Ebony Carved Chair from the Coromandel Coast, India.

The uprights each consist of a carved face to the top leading down to profusely carved foliate decoration, the reverse of the back shows the back view of the carving giving the chair a three dimensional appearance.

fig 3. Superb quality late 17thc solid ebony carved chair from The Coromandel Coast, India. — fig 3. Superb Quality Late 17thc Solid Ebony Carved Chair from the Coromandel Coast, India.

The chair has a cane drop-in seat with a removable piped upholstered red cushion that compliments the chair (another could be made by the purchaser depending on personal taste) .

The seat rails and friezes to the front, sides and back are all profusely carved with floral and foliate decoration leading down to four turned legs, the legs are supported by carved stretchers terminating with turned feet.