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Pair of Upholstered Hepplewhite Shield-Back Armchairs w Provenance, circa 1870s

About the Item

This exquisite pair of circa 1870s Hepplewhite style 'Shield-Back' armchairs are exquisite. We believe the wood to be crafted from solid Mahogany with intricate detailed carved details. The upholstered back and arms provide additional comfort from the traditional open back style of standard Hepplewhite chairs. Acquired from English Antiques specialist Dillingham & Company in 1998, a copy of the receipt is attached in the photo gallery. These 19th Century antique shield back arm chairs would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as side chairs, dining, cafe or breakfast table chairs, bedside chairs, fireside chairs, dressing or changing room chairs, hallway chairs, entryway or mudroom chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting. PROVENANCE: Acquired from Dillingham & Company in 1998 and held by a Beverly Hills collector until late 2021. A certificate of provenance to be provided upon sale. MEASUREMENTS: H 37.5" x W 23.5" x D 23" Seat Height: 17" Seat Depth: 18" Arm Height: 27.5" CONDITION: Beautiful antique condition, with light wear and gorgeously well-cared-for age exhibited throughout. Previously restored. Ready for immediate use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Hepplewhite (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Beautiful previously restored condition. Ready for immediate use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AUTOM002741stDibs: LU1330226602622

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