A fine Anglo-Dutch carved walnut and cane armchair late 17th century

the cresting rail with two cherubs holding a wreath and with conforming front stretcher, the rectangular back with pierced reeded scroll, the arms with acanthus, on spiral twist supports, restorations

Illustrated Gordon Nares, Country Life, Newton Surmaville, Somerset - III, September 19th 1952, p. 846, fig. 5, in the Tapestry Room.

Generally good. Slight movement in seat frame and the cane is brittle. Traces of worm. Attractive cresting rail with old fractures and subtle repairs. The rear seat rail with old repair. Underside of seat rails with later batons. The front stretcher with later rear corner batons. Feet re-tipped. A fine example of its type. Good colour and patination. To discuss this lot in greater detail please call Edward Rising or David Macdonald on 0207 293 5107 or 0207 293 5507.
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