Unusual Pair of 18th Century George III Cherry Chairs - Chippendale Period

Name: Unusual Pair of 18th Century George III Cherry Chairs - Chippendale Period
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA865020
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

Description

A Fabulous and Rare Pair of George III Cherry Wood Chairs in Original 'Country House' Condition, Circa 1760-1770.

The carved cresting rail is decorated with soft sweeping carved acanthus leaves and centred by a cartouche.

The splat, of typical design after Thomas Chippendale is beautifully decorated in a mirrored fashion of scrolls and acanthus leaves, centred by an illusion carving flowing down to the moulded carved shoe.

The drop-in seats are traditionally upholstered.

The chairs are of very good colour and are richly patinated.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

52cm (20.47")

Depth

42cm (16.54")

Declaration

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA865020

Dealers Notes

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Description

A Fabulous and Rare Pair of George III Cherry Wood Chairs in Original 'Country House' Condition, Circa 1760-1770.

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The carved cresting rail is decorated with soft sweeping carved acanthus leaves and centred by a cartouche.

Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

fig 1. Unusual Pair of 18th Century George III Cherry Chairs - Chippendale Period

The splat, of typical design after Thomas Chippendale is beautifully decorated in a mirrored fashion of scrolls and acanthus leaves, centred by an illusion carving flowing down to the moulded carved shoe.

The drop-in seats are traditionally upholstered.

The chairs are of very good colour and are richly patinated.