John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
The back having 3 panels with Griffin and the tree of life between stylised dolphin heads and fauna. The seat is hinged and lifts to reveal a useful storage area. The arm rests in the form of recumbent lions below acanthus carved detail. The base section of inverted breakfront form having further carved lion’s heads, fruit, flowers and masks. The whole supported on a moulded plinth base with hidden casters. Condition- Very Good and original with no damage and of very good colour.Dimensions:- Height…59’’/ 150cm. Width…48.75’’/ 124cm. Depth…22’’/ 56cm. Seat Height…20’’/ 51cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £75.
John Howkins Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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