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Early 20th Century Mahogany 'Glenister's Patent' Reclining Gaming Chair

$18,059.27
£13,200
€15,530.07
CA$24,801.70
A$27,758
CHF 14,494.01
MX$338,649.28
NOK 183,982.45
SEK 174,588.01
DKK 115,971.23
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About the Item

An early 20th century mahogany 'Glenister's patent' reclining gaming chair by Albert Glenister, circa 1919, the two arm supports with hinged lids and circular dished front ends, one lid enclosing a baize lined divided interior, two pull-out compartments and some playing cards, the other lid enclosing a baize lined compartment incorporating five divisions with two associated decanters and two glasses, above a shaped slide to the front opening to reveal a hinged adjustable footrest, on castors, the reverse applied with an oval plaque which reads: 'GLENISTER's PATENT.. OF 1916, Rd. DESIGN No. 657361'.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.04 in (1 mm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1919
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU973015860211

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