Items Similar to Exceptional Late George II Mahogany Settee, Made for Anne Basset
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 15
Exceptional Late George II Mahogany Settee, Made for Anne Basset
About the Item
An exceptional late George II mahogany settee, made for Anne Basset, daughter of Edmund Prideaux, 5th Baronet of Netherton, attributed to William Hallett. The double scallop-shell back centred on a carved, scrolled lozenge enclosing the arms of Anne Basset, nee Prideaux (1718-1760), with scrolling arms, the solid shell-carved seat raised on shaped and moulded cabriole legs joined by an X-shaped stretcher. English, circa 1756.
Footnote: This fine bench is part of a set of hall furniture made for Anne Basset (1718-1760), the daughter of Edmund Prideaux, 5th Baronet of Netherton. The arms on the bench are presented on a lozenge and this signifies, in heraldic terms, that the arms blazoned upon it are those of a widow – Anne’s husband John Prideaux having died in 1739. The Basset family were wealthy Cornish landowners who made their fortune through the abundance of tin and copper that was mined on their lands.
This bench is closely related to a famous and widely-published set of ten hall chairs and two settees with shell backs made for Tehidy Park in Cornwall – Anne Basset’s home until the death of her husband. As she was pregnant at the time, Anne was allowed to continue to live in the house until the premature death of her son, and heir to the Prideaux titles, John in 1756. At this stage Anne moved to Haldon House and it is likely that this bench was part of a commissioned set of hall furniture for her new home. Given the similarities in design and construction between the Haldon Hall and Tehidy Park suites, it is most probable that both were produced by the same workshop. Surviving suites of shell backed hall furniture are rare and this bench is particularly interesting given that it was commissioned by a wealthy lady patron, making it fascinating as a piece of social history as well as a most exceptional piece of furniture.
William Hallett: Although the present bench and the Tehidy suite both relate to a design from Thomas Chippendale’s Director (pl. XXIV, fig. C)-a design for shell-backed “grotto furniture” that was also proper for “Halls, Passages and Summer-Houses”, it is likely that the furniture was produced by the eminent London maker William Hallett. Cabinet-maker to George II, Hallett was one of the leading craftsmen of his time. He became a silent partner to his apprentice William Vile and later also, John Cobb and they frequently worked in collaboration. His many commissions included furniture for Badminton House, Holkham Hall, Gothic furnishings for Horace Walpole at Strawberry Hill, and large quantities of furniture for St Giles House in Dorset. Indeed, a suite of padouk furniture in that house, which is extremely similar in its overall quality, carving and design to this settee, is believed to have been supplied by Hallett 1745 and 1752.
- Attributed to:William Hallett (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Width: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
- Style:George II (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1750-1759
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1756
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lymington, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU973026621722
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Established in 1982
1stDibs seller since 2013
124 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
Associations
LAPADA - The Association of Arts & Antiques Dealers
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Lymington, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllLate Victorian Sheraton Revival Painted Satinwood Two-Seat Settee
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian Sheraton revival painted satinwood two-seat settee, the double shield back and curved arms set upon square tapering front legs and outswept back legs, painted in pol...
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Sheraton Settees
Materials
Satinwood
A late Victorian satinwood wheel back settee in the Chippendale style
By Wright and Mansfield
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian satinwood wheel back settee in the Chippendale style, attributed to Wright and Mansfield, the back comprising two open work wheels on either side of an openwork spl...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Settees
Materials
Satinwood
Victorian Deep Buttoned Chesterfield Settee
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian deep buttoned Chesterfield settee, with an upright back and scroll arms, set on four turned walnut legs with brass castors, reupholstered in di...
Category
Antique 1850s English Victorian Settees
Materials
Brass
Pair of Walnut Window Settees
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of walnut window settees, each with a rectangular back and C-scroll arms, the seat rail bracketed on all four sides, raised on four cabriole legs ...
Category
Vintage 1910s English Settees
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
A late Regency rosewood window seat, in the manner of George Oakley
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Regency rosewood window seat, in the manner of George Oakley, of rectangular form, with vase-shaped, upholstered arms, reeded seat rails and tapering gadrooned legs with the original brass castors, the arms carved with bold acanthus scrolls, reupholstered in red fabric with a separate buttoned seat cushion. English, c 1820.
See ‘Ackermann’s Regency Furniture and Interiors’ by Pauline Agius and Stephen Jones, Marlborough, 1984, p 132 pl. 116 for a very similar ‘dress sofa...
Category
Antique 1820s English Regency Benches
Materials
Rosewood
A late George III mahogany tea caddy
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late George III mahogany tea caddy, of rectangular form the hinged top opening to reveal three compartments with sliding lids, with silver mounts including a foliate scroll handle,...
Category
Antique 19th Century English George III Tea Caddies
Materials
Mahogany
You May Also Like
George II Revival Carved Mahogany Upholstered Settee
Located in London, GB
An impressive George II revival mahogany settee upholstered in red silk damask, having padded arms with lion’s head terminals raised on curved leaf carved supports. The settee with g...
Category
Antique 19th Century English George II Settees
Materials
Mahogany
George III Painted Settee
Located in Essex, MA
Three chair back with arms and caned seat raised on square tapered legs. the back splats with painted drapery design also musical trophies
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Benches
Materials
Wood
Late George III English Ochre Painted and Caned Settee, circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early 19th century late George III English ochre painted settee with painted foliage and flower detail and caned seat.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Settees
Materials
Cane, Wood, Paint
Mahogany Settee Made in France, Circa 1780
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Settee has a mahogany frame with tapered hand front legs with hand-carved decorative flowers on each leg and the seat back. The cushion is upholstered in a modern striped fabric.
Category
Antique 1790s French Empire Settees
George II Upholstered Mahogany Settee
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage George II style settee upholstered in green and apricot ikat chevron motif with cabriole mahogany legs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Settees
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
English George II Style Mahogany & Velvet Upholstered Settee, Mid 19th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a shaped backrest with notched corners with serpentine shaped arms atop curved armrests, the generous seat resting on cabriole legs ending in stylized pad feet, upholstered in...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English George II Settees
Materials
Mahogany
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Badminton Cabinet
Cornish Chair
21st Century Contemporary Coffee Center Round Table
23x16 Rug
24 Bathroom Vanity
40 Inch Wide Coffee Table
48 Stars Flag
6 Foot Mirror
84 Art Deco Table
Ad Design Denmark
Adjustable Bar Cart
Adrian Pearsall Glass Top Side Table
Agate Geode Table
Amboyna Centre Table
Ancient Greek Dolphin
Anglo Indian Office Desk
Antique Black Tole Trays
Antique Blue Crocks