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English or Scottish Hepplewhite mahogany shield back side chair, c. 1780

$1,600
£1,210.51
€1,397.12
CA$2,234.75
A$2,484.62
CHF 1,300.55
MX$30,473.05
NOK 16,559.28
SEK 15,633.92
DKK 10,425.74
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About the Item

Single Hepplewhite mahogany shield back side chair with over rail upholstered seat on molded square tapered front legs and raked rear legs. The pierced rails of the shield back are defined by a thistle silhouette centered on a satinwood inlaid fan at the base of the shield. The seat has been reupholstered using traditional horse hair fill. English or Scottish, circa 1780. Dimensions: 21-1/2" W x 19" D x 37-1/2" H 18" (seat height) 17" (seat depth) 19" (seat back height)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Very good overall condition. The rear of the top rail has a ding. Marks and wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 44161stDibs: LU6534243616442

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