A superb quality satinwood armchair with matching side chair, backs centred with Japanned scenes, exquisitely painted arms with lattice supports above caned seats, velvet fitted cushions above a gothic inspired carved frieze and legs, joined by a H-stretcher. Serial numbers to the underneath.
The firm of Hille was founded in C.1900 by Salamon Hille. Their Old Street manufactory aimed at high quality production with an emphasis on materials and craftsmanship. They produced furniture in a number of revivalist tastes supplying makers such as Hamptons, Maples and Waring and Gillows.
Provenance: Private family collection, Berkshire, sold with catalogue.
Offered in very good condition, some wear and fade to the cushions. very minor old chips, knocks and marks consistent with age. Original caning in good tight condition.
Armchair:
Height: 98cm
Width: 66cm
Depth: 51cm
Seat Height: 35cm
Side chair:
Height: 98cm
Width: 53cm
Depth: 50cm
Seat Height: 45cm
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA939911
Dateline of this antique is 1900
Height is 98cm (38.6inches)
Width is 66cm (26.0inches)
Depth is 51cm (20.1inches)
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