Description

Early C20th carved walnut frame George I period revival settee with fine tapestry covering .
A faithfully produced high-quality copy of an important early C18th George I period walnut settee raised on three carved cabriole fore-legs with shell and hare-bell detail onto carved �claw-and-ball� feet . The rear leg supports of shaped cabriole design onto pad feet
The frieze of the seat with carved scallop-shell details and having an authentic period-style cross-grain moulded edge to the seat frame . The shapely inverted scroll arms with carved eagle-head terminals.
The tall walnut-framed back with finely-worked floral tapestry panel with exotic bird detail. The shaped drop-in seat upholstered with corresponding tapestry cover . The underside of the hand-carved frame also constructed in the early C18th period manner .
A highly decorative Georgian period revival seat in excellent condition with only minimal wear to the tapestry.. The walnut frame having a rich , period-style colour and patina.
H 42�
W 53�
D 23�
England c. 1910
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 . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
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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: ML229