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Pair of Regency Klismos Chairs
About the Item
A very chic Regency period pair of 'Klismos' chairs with Greek key decoration to the backs, attributable to Gillows of Lancaster and London,
England, circa 1805.
Why we like them
These superb quality, wonderfully stylish Klismos chairs, embellished with ebonised Greek key patterns, correspond to a 1805 design by Gillows of Lancaster and London. It is a particularly fine and rare design, newly reupholstered in the luxurious Criollo horsetail fabric by John Boyd Textiles, hand-loomed by English craftsmen. Slightly larger in scale than usual Regency dining chairs, these super smart chairs will be a very chic addition to an eclectic or modern interior.
Attribution
Both chairs stamped IS to the underside, a feature characteristic of the Gillows workmen. The design of these chairs corresponds to a drawing in Gillows' Estimate Sketch Book for 22 July 1805. They are designed in the fashionable Greek revival style promoted by Thomas Hope in his ‘A Collection of Designs for Household Furniture and Interior Decoration' (1807). Hope’s designs were highly influential and inspired the work of other architect / furniture designers including Gillows.
- Attributed to:Gillows of Lancaster & London (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 33.75 in (85.73 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 21.3 in (54.11 cm)Seat Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Regency (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1805
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Restored and ready for placement and immediate use, newly reupholstered using traditional hand-stitching techniques, covered in the Criollo horsetail fabric by John Boyd Textiles hand-loomed by English craftsmen.
- Seller Location:Richmond, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1781238406722
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