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18th Century Hepplewhite Period Side Chair in Walnut, English circa 1785

About the Item

This is a very elegant, good quality Side or Dining Chair from the late 18th Century period, circa 1785. Camel back chairs of this date are popularly called Hepplewhite because very many chair makers followed the designs of George Hepplewhite, as illustrated in his Cabinet Maker and Upholsterers Guide, published in 1788. This chair has a balanced and flowing, crisply carved back splat, based around the Prince of Wales plumes. The top and side rails of the back are moulded and the legs are square with an inside chamfer, braced by dovetailed stretchers and the seat is a drop in type which is upholstered in a light green fabric. The chair is made from hardwood, probably walnut and has a very good naturally patinated colour.
  • Similar to:
    George Hepplewhite (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Style:
    Hepplewhite (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Fabric,Walnut,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1785
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall very good condition for age. Some wear through use and handling as expected with well over 200 years of use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lincoln, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: F 181stDibs: LU990325673392

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