Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
• Item: Pair of Armchairs
• Circa: 1900
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Mahogany
• In the style of Chippendale period (c. 1755 – 1780)
• Serpentine top rail
• Trailing foliate carvings to ears and pediment
• Exquisite carved floral pierced fretwork back
• Moulded drop-in seat frame
• Newly upholstered drop in seats
• Embroidered floral silk damask upholstery
• Acanthus leaf carvings
• Cabriole front legs
• Ball and claw feet
• Sabre rear legs
• Original polish & patination
• Stunning colour
• Solid in joint
• Heavy chairs – sign of quality
• True pair (not matched together)
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• 14 day free UK returns policy
Description:
This is a top quality pair of Edwardian carved mahogany armchairs, circa 1900, in the style of the Chippendale period, having newly upholstered seats, in very good condition. The chairs are constructed of solid mahogany and feature a serpentine top rail, with a carved floral central pediment, flanked by foliate carvings to the ears, below a finely executed pierced fretwork central splat, flanked by vertical rails. The splayed arms are decorated with scroll ends and are secured by shaped vertical supports. Incorporating a drop-in seat design, the seat frames are finely moulded. The seats been newly upholstered in top quality hardwearing silk damask upholstery, with traditional hessian material to the underside. Therefore the seats are in excellent and clean condition, with no marks. The seats are firm but comfortable; you do not sink into the seat.
Dimensions:
Height = 105.2cm or 41?” or 3ft 5?”
Width = 61.6cm or 24” or 2ft
Depth = 64cm or 25¼” or 2ft 1¼”
Seat Height = 50cm or 19¾” or 1ft 7¾”
Seat Width = 47.3cm or 18?” or 1ft 6?”
Seat Depth = 42cm or 16½” or 1ft 4½”
Arm Height = 74cm or 29?” or 2ft 5?”
Back Height = 58cm or 22?” or 1ft 10?”
Condition Report:
This pair of armchairs is in good condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the frames, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. This is a true pair of armchairs (they have not been matched together). The seats have been newly upholstered in top quality top quality luxurious embroidered floral silk damask upholstery and frames polished. The seats are firm but extremely comfortable. The chairs are heavy in weight and well constructed, which is a good sign of quality. As the armchairs retain the original polish, the frames boast a lovely colour and patination. The armchairs sit firm on the ground and do not wobble. They are solid in joint (not loose or wobbly) and are ready to use.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.
International Buyers:
Please contact us before purchasing the item, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
Ref. Chaise 36
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
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Antique English Pair of Chippendale Style Mahogany Dining Library Office Desk Armchairs (Circa 1900)
