Lot 188
  • 188

A pair of Queen Anne faux-lacquer walnut and caned side chairs circa 1705

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

  • walnut, lacquer
the shaped top rails above a curved back splat inset with featherbanding, on outswept squared legs

Literature

West Horsley Place, Surrey, Inventory, 1938, Vol. 1, p.57, on the Main Landing and Stairs; Pair William and Mary antique walnut high back Charis on cabriole legs and shaped under rails, with cane seats and double cane panel backs, with shaped tops. £42. 

Condition

Great examples and in 'untouched' condition. Worm which will require treatment. Old estate repairs from a long time ago. Re-caned. Spilt cane on one seat.
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