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Philadelphia Chippendale Style Chair with Carved Ribbon-Back, circa 1840

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A very beautiful Rococo-Revival, Chippendale style chair in mahogany with ribbon-back carving. Exquisitely carved and articulated ribbon back framed by acanthus carved foliates. Chair knees and talloned claw feet are well-articulated. Slip seat is surrounded by a variation of an egg and dart motif carved on the top border of the seat rails. This is not a typical style of Chippendale chair that was produced during this period. The ribbon-back is a published style in Chippendale's compendium The Gentleman & Cabinet Maker’s Director but it is not a form that was often produced in the mid-19th century in Philadelphia. Original finish and patina. Philadelphia, circa 1840. measures: 21.25 wide x 23" deep x 40.5" high Seat height 18" Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Chippendale (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Repaired: Carvings on back slat have been repaired. This is a beautiful decorative chair but should not be sat in by anyone who is unaware of the back's fragility. Chair is very strong & mechanically sound otherwise, only the back ribbon carving is delicate. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU988117551641
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