Description

Set of 8 early C19th Regency period mahogany dining chairs. Comprising 6 single chairs and 2 carver armchairs. Superb quality set of chairs of generous proportions, with boldly carved top-rails with sun-flower head paterae, acanthus-leaf and gadroon detail and with raised centre-panel reserve, together with stylish leaf and paterae/draught carved splats. Top-grade dense timber with no breaks or damage. This completely 'fresh to the market' set of 8 dining chairs have been sourced locally from a 'time-capsule' property where they have stood for nearly 200 years. Great original condition, strong ,stable design and robust construction ,with elegant turned X-frame stretchers and well-defined turned legs on 'onion-shaped' ,or toupie , feet. Removable drop-in seats ,all with stamped numbered rails. Have been cleaned and waxed in our work-shops and seats pads can be re-upholstered to clients specification if required .
Pair of armchairs H (back) 38".
Seat H 18" x W 21" .
W(arm to arm) 23".
Singles H 36" .
Seat H 18"
W 20".
England c. 1820.
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 .
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.
Internal Ref: MLJG141