Description

Set of 8 late C19th Georgian design Chippendale-style mahogany dining chairs . Comprising of 6 single and a pair of carver/armchairs , good quality set of mid C18th-style dining chairs. Well-carved frames with interlaced splat-backs of gothic inspiration with acanthus leaf decoration below a serpentine carved top-rail with acanthus carved shoulders.The seat rails with lower gadrooned carved edges , and raised on boldly-carved cabriole legs, heavily carved knees, terminating in a 'claw-and-ball' foot.
The drop-in seats upholstered in their original tan leather, with some marks and staining, worn but servicable.
Good grade of mahogany which has achieved a pleasing rich patina, with minor sun fading.
A generously proportioned and comfortable set of chairs.
Excellent condition with no breaks or repairs.
H(back/single) 38"
W (seat/single) 22"
H(back/armchair) 40"
H(back/armchair) 24"
England c.1890
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: MLJG 159