Lot 467
  • 467

A pair of George III mahogany open armchairs circa 1770

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mahogany
each with cartouche shaped back with pierced upright splats, the scrolled arms on voluted supports above a curved seat, raised on cabriole legs on pointed scrolled feet 

Provenance

Acquired from Hotspur Ltd., London, 26th October 1977.

Condition

Overall in fair condition. The backs to the crest rails and arm ends with repairs. The seat rails with bracket supports. Modern upholstery in need of replacing.
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