Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A fine, set of six, early 18th century, Anglo-Dutch, Daniel Marot inspired, walnut high back chairs. Back height 51.5 inch.
These are of the type that one sees either illustrated in classic reference books, or standing in grand country houses and stately homes, such as Knowle, Ham House and Penshurst Place. They are usually placed in symmetrical groups against the walls in reception rooms when not in use. This shows their magnificently carved backs, crestings and stretchers to full advantage, and creates an arresting visual display becoming a design feature of the interior. These chairs are typical of the more elaborately, carved chairs which recall the designs of Daniel Marot who spent some years in England in the service of the King. Although they copied continental designs, many were doubtless made in England by immigrant craftsmen.
Few sets of Marot chairs of this age and quality survive today, particularly in such fine condition. The combination of the height, profuse and fluid pierced carving...
Category
British Baroque Antique Early 1700s Chairs