A pair of George II mahogany armchairs CIRCA 1750

partially re-railed

Good overall condition. Later sprung seats. Some old worm damage to original rails. Front left hand foot of one chair cracked and repaired. One arm cracked and repaired on the other chair, adjacent to the join with the padded arm. Minor characteristic losses to carving on feet and legs consistent with age and use. Frame beneath upholstery un-examined.
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One of a pair of armchairs of almost identical design and probably by the same maker is illustrated in Lanto Synge, Mallett Millenium, 1999, p. 105, pl. 102. A further armchair of this model sold Sotheby's London, 12 November 1999, lot 57