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Mid-19th Century Exuberantly Carved Walnut Chair with Ruby Red Upholstery
About the Item
An Exhibition-Quality carved chair
Possibly by Mssrs Hunter of London
An exuberant and striking example of mid-nineteenth century furniture craft, the single chair carved from solid Walnut, with hand-carved details throughout including stylised paw feet to the legs, a bejewelled apron below the seat and a shaped backrest with naturalistic details incorporating leopard heads at the apex.
English, circa 1850
Dimensions: H: 37.5 in / 95 cm W: 20 in / 50 cm D: 21.5 in / 55 cm
W., J. R. & E Hunter of Moorgate Street
Established in London in 1804 by William Hunter, and subsequently joined by his sons John Ridley and Edward, the cabinetmakers and upholsterers business steadily grew, and participated in the Crystal Palace Exhibition of 1851, where they exhibited a carved sideboard, cellaret, and two armchairs made from English Walnut.
- Dimensions:Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
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