C18th George III Period Mahogany Framed 'Gainsborough' Type Armchair.

C18th George period mahogany framed 'Gainsborough' type armchair .

Generously-proportioned armchair with moulded down-swept arms and raised on plain square section legs with 'H' frame stretcher beneath . The rear legs with angled splayed rake . The whole raised on sturdy brass wheel castors. Shaped 'camel-back' top rail and serpentine shaped front rail .

Has been recently reupholstered in the traditional manner and covered with yellow/gold figured damask in authentic Georgian period style.

Strong frame in original condition , cleaned and waxed. Deep rich colour and patina to the mahogany arms and frame .

A wide and deep , broad-seated C18th armchair of classic restrained and elegant design .

H(back) 39"

H(seat) 17"

W 28"

D 28"

England c.1780

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

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Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.