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English George II Walnut Armchair with Upholstered Slip Seat, c. 1740

$3,000
£2,281.37
€2,631.45
CA$4,202.45
A$4,703.37
CHF 2,455.89
MX$57,381.43
NOK 31,174.36
SEK 29,582.55
DKK 19,650.40
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About the Item

George II shepherd's crook armchair in old-growth mahogany. The pierced back splat is framed between the cupid’s bow crest rail with scroll carved ears and the slip seat shoe. The front cabriole legs terminate in pad feet and the splayed rear legs are joined by a stretcher. The seat has been reupholstered in a silk damask. England, circa 1740-60. Dimensions: 27” W x 23-1/2” D x 39” H 27-3/4” (arm height) 18” (seat height) 21-1/2” (seat width) 19” (seat depth).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    George II (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1740
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Frame has been refinished and is in fine condition. Seat has been reupholstered but there are some scattered light marks to the surface. Wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 36841stDibs: LU6534234438782

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