Items Similar to 19th Century Giltwood Throne Armchair, design attributed to William Kent
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9
19th Century Giltwood Throne Armchair, design attributed to William Kent
About the Item
A stunning 19th Century armchair, exquisitely made.
Provenance: Boughrood Castle, Wales
Designed by one of the most important 18th Century architects.
Upholstered in the finest embroidered silk velvet.
Important & Rare 19th Century Giltwood Throne Armchair, design attributed to William Kent.
The exquisitely beautiful design & exceptional rarity of this masterpiece cannot be overstated. This 'Roman' pattern, displaying a Venus shell on scale-imbricated and acanthus draped trusses terminating in Bacchic Lion paws, was invented in the mid-1730's to accompany two throne-like armchairs that were supplied for the Withdrawing Room at Hampton Court Palace. It is a truly magnificent example. It has been traditionally reupholstered in the finest embroidered Silk Velvet material. The x-frame design used by William Kent was probably a vestigial manifestation of a sixteenth-century English or Italian throne chair. The gilding has been expertly refreshed. It is in good condition.
A similar throne & stool is in the Royal Collection at Hampton Court Palace, designed by William Kent & made by Henry Williams & an armchair supplied by William Kent to Chatsworth House.
William Kent (1685 – 1748) was the leading architect and designer of early Georgian Britain. Credited as having introduced the Palladian style of architecture into England and originating the 'natural' style of gardening known as the English landscape garden, Kent was a polymath, who also turned his hand to designing sculpture, furniture, metalwork, book illustration, theatrical design and costume. Kent's life coincided with a major turning point in British history, the accession of the new Hanoverian Royal Family in 1714. He played a leading role in establishing a new design aesthetic for this crucial period when Britain defined itself as a new nation. The artistic styles of France and the Low Countries were associated with the Stuart regime and fell out of fashion. A search began for a new style that would define the United Kingdom. Wealthy aristocrats looked to the art, architecture and design of Italy for inspiration, believing that society could be renewed and improved by a new direction in art and culture. They spread their ideas through books and new journals that encouraged the discussion of Art by an expanding middle class. It was in this context that Kent re-launched his career in Britain.
Approximate Size:
Height: 50.5 inches
Width: 28.5 inches
Depth: 26.25 inches
An incredibly rare, magnificent & exquisitely made masterpiece.
- Similar to:William Kent (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 50.5 in (128.27 cm)Width: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Depth: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)
- Style:George II (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1830
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1204236762572
About the Seller
4.9
Gold Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are highly rated and consistently exceed customer expectations.
Established in 2012
1stDibs seller since 2015
115 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- 19th Century Victorian Silk Button Upholstered ArmchairLocated in London, by appointment onlyA hghly sculptural Victorian upholstered armchair - undoubtedly by an accomplished maker that we are continuing to research. A very eleg...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
MaterialsWalnut
- Pair of Early 19th Century Mahogany Bergères ArmchairsLocated in London, by appointment onlyA pair of Austrian Empire period large scale mahogany bergères, the square chamfered backs are enriched with bold pierced flutes and the arms terminate in column supports with brass ...Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Empire Armchairs
MaterialsMahogany
- Pair of 19th Century Sinhalese Calamander Wood ArmchairsLocated in London, by appointment onlyA very fine pair of solid calamander wood south Indian / Ceylonese armchairs, both crafted from highly figured rich Calamander Wood. With strongly carved ornament, pierced aprons, an...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Armchairs
MaterialsEbony
- 19th Century Walnut Throne ChairLocated in London, by appointment onlyA substantial walnut throne chair, the curved back with arms terminating in eagle heads, the whole raised on zoomorphic legs terminating in lions p...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
MaterialsWalnut
- Exceptional 19th Century Centre Table Attributed to Holland & SonsBy Holland & SonsLocated in London, by appointment only• One of the finest pieces of 19th century English furniture ever made • Firmly attributed to the Royal cabinetmaker, Holland & Sons • Made using stunning rare & exotic timbers, Th...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Center Tables
MaterialsOrmolu
- American 19th Century Bronze Lantern, Attributed to Hooper & Co. BostonBy Hooper of BostonLocated in London, by appointment onlyA Rococo Revival brass chandelier, of square tapering form with lush scrolls enriching each face. Possibly American and attributed to Hooper and Co of Boston USA, circa 1850. ...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Rococo Lanterns
MaterialsBronze, Ormolu
You May Also Like
- Kent Library ArmchairBy William KentLocated in Sturminster Marshall, DorsetA William Kent design gilded wood library armchair with tapering square legs, acanthus and shell carvings, vitruvian scroll rails and swept arms with...Category
2010s British George II Armchairs
MaterialsGold Leaf
- Italian 19th Century Throne armchairLocated in Delft, NLItalian 19th Century Throne armchair Italian carved pine Throne chair with high backrest and acanthus leaves in red brownish gilded pinewood. The upholstery is Jacquard cream white ...Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Armchairs
MaterialsGiltwood
- Early 19th Century Armchair attributed to GillowsLocated in Richmond, LondonA fine quality early 19th century Regency, George IV period open armchair, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London. English, circa 1825. Illustrated: British Furniture: 182...Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
MaterialsGold Leaf
- Anglo Indian Armchair Throne Silver Embossed Throne 19th CenturyLocated in North Hollywood, CAAntique Anglo Indian Armchair Throne Silver Embossed Throne late 19th Century. Anglo-Indian silver embossed throne chair, the detailed silvered metal chair...Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Anglo-Indian Ar...
MaterialsMetal
- A Pair Italian 19th-20th Century Baroque Giltwood Carved Winged Throne ArmchairsLocated in Los Angeles, CAFine pair of Italian 19th-20th century baroque style giltwood carved winged throne armchairs, each finely carved throne with scrolls and wavy armrests, on cabriole carved feet. (New ...Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Baroque Armchairs
MaterialsGiltwood
- Mid-19th Century Throne Armchair Probably Johann Heinrich Strack DesignLocated in Berlin, DEThrone chair, armchair probably Johann Heinrich Strack design mid-19th century. Solid wood with figurative carving. High backrest crowned. Sheet gold plated. Comparable model see li...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Armchairs
MaterialsWood, Fabric
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Bauhaus Easy Chair
Tut Chair
1960s Leather Armchair
Sage Green Armchair
Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Armchair
Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol
Prussian Armchair
Vintage Oak Library Chairs
Vintage Louis Xv1 Style Chair
Emmanuelle Rattan Chair
Antique Hand Carved Savonarola Chairs
Armchair Grand Repos
Ilmari Domus
Ilmari Tapiovaara Domus
Seating Artdeco
Trend Armchair Metal Frame
Domus Chair Tapiovaara
Indian Folding Chairs