A set of ten Regency parcel-gilt ebonized caned dining chairs in the manner of John Gee circa 1810

comprising ten side chairs and two later armchairs.  Three stamped TA to the underside of each back seat rail, three stamped M/M to the back of each seat rail.  12 pieces.  Re-decorated.

Kentshire Antiques, New York

Overall very good restored condition; re-decorated and re-gilded; re-caned; appear to be structurally sound; it is impossible to determine any previous old breaks or repairs due to the later decoration; overall with minor chips, wear and losses to decoration, which is stable.
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