Lot 221
  • 221

A matched pair of Regency parcel-gilt black-painted caned bergères circa 1820

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • painted wood
  • height 34 1/2 in.
  • 87.6 cm
Decoration refreshed.

Condition

Overall good condition. Caning probably replaced, however old and stable. Nice lacquer. Painted decoration of chair retaining majority of original decoration and with areas of inpainting and small chips, particularly to cresting rails and arm rests. Chairs are stable and caning is stable.
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