Exceptional Quality C19th Mahogany Armchair in the C18th Chippendale Revival Style .

Exceptional quality C19th mahogany armchair in the C18th Chippendale revival style.

Superior C19th copy of an important mid C18th Chippendale period mahogany framed armchair. Rich, deep period style carving and patina , excellent grade of selected dense mahogany.

The intricately-carved open splat with honeysuckle motif centre , and flower head carving to the top-rail . Raised on shaped cabriole legs with acanthus leaf-carved knees, carved claw-and-ball feet , the seat with carved front rail detail . The drop-in seat upholstered in well-aged leather adding to the period style ambience. Out-swept shaped arms with carved leaf and scroll detail .

Excellent desk or reading armchair in strong , sturdy condition.

Some wear and fading to the polish of the arms , but overall a deep , consistent patination.

A generously proportioned desk or library armchair .

H(back) 39"

H (seat) 18"

W 23"

D 20"

England c.1880

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:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

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.