Regency Caned Mahogany Library Chair

About the Item

This fine late-period chair made circa 1820-1830 rests on large casters in brass and the chair is deep and comfortable. Caned throughout and meant to have a loose cushion and back the chair is presented with an old set of upholstered cushions in a rather worn corduroy but these are easily changed to a more suitable fabric if so desired. The frame is very refined and the turnings that form its primary decoration are small and tight. The totally caned back and seat are in excellent condition and may have been replaced at some point, as is the finish which appears to be old but probably its second slightly darker finish. Designed as a man’s reading chair for use in large comfortable libraries this chair was a prized object in a refined English Regency home. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement, particularly sections 9,13,15,18,19 and 27

Dimensions:

Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 33 in (83.82 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)

Style:

Regency (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Cane,Mahogany

Place of Origin:

England

Period:

Early 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1825

Condition:

Repaired: see description. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. cushions upholstered in a rather worn corduroy but these are easily changed to a more suitable fabric if so desired.

Seller Location:

Hudson, NY

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU811313021652

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