A pair of Regency simulated rosewood and rosewood bergères circa 1815, one stamped Wilkinson, Ludgate Hill 2257

of Klismos form, the beech frame with simulated dark grain and the backs inset with reserves of rosewood, the decoration including brass disc motifs, with cane backs and seats, one chair with distressed cane and the seat with later supporting panel, very minor variations to dimensions

Of unsusual form and with old dents to brass discs. Old marks to some sections. The needlework seat cushions in need of a clean. Tear to cane on one back support, the seat of the same chair with panel now supporting distressed cane.
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The firm of Wilkinson can be traced to its establishment at the start of the last decade of the 18th century by Thomas and William Wilkinson. In 1808 William had established his own successful business on Ludgate Hill and had commissions from amongst other august patrons, Goldsmiths Hall in the City. After 1825 he brought his sons in to the company and the stamp was changed.