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A Fine Pair of English Antique Shell Back Hall Chairs

$2,517.35per set
£1,840per set
€2,164.80per set
CA$3,457.21per set
A$3,869.30per set
CHF 2,020.38per set
MX$47,205.66per set
NOK 25,646.04per set
SEK 24,336.51per set
DKK 16,165.69per set
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About the Item

A beautiful pair of carved scallop shell back hall chairs attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London. This fine pair of chairs in oak displays wide panel seats and turned reeded column legs to the front and sabre leg to the back. The pair is strong and sturdy with a rich colour and patina throughout. Price is for the pair. English, circa 1850. TOTAL H: 84 CM H: 33.1 INCHES W: 44 CM W: 17.3 INCHES D: 40 CM D: 15.7 INCHES SEAT HEIGHT H: 44 CM H: 17.3 INCHES
  • Attributed to:
    Gillows of Lancaster & London (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.08 in (84 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Faversham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 16471stDibs: LU7929243119872

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