Antique Rocking Chair with Marquetry and Mother of Pearl Inlay

Item Details

An antique rocking chair with marquetry and mother-of-pearl inlay. It has a tall, narrow back with a cylindrical rail above a crest with floral and scrolled leaf marquetry accented by a mother-of-pearl garland inlay. This sits above a narrow splat with three deep fluted grooves, over a concentric circle, all set between barley twisted stiles. The seat is shaped, and the armrests flare out slightly, raised on ball and ring turned supports. The splayed legs have barley twist accent, tapering down to ball supports, which rest on the runners and are connected by a twisted H-stretcher. The bottom of the seat is unfinished and incised and painted ‘452.’

• Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. Unless shipping arrangements are available and made by the winning bidder, that individual is advised to bring, appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup.

Condition

- wear stained finish on seat and armrests consistent with age and use

Dimensions

Item #

17IND120-072