Antique Chippendale Style Mahogany Open Armchair and Side Chair
Item Details
An antique Chippendale style mahogany open armchair and side chair, late 19th to early 20th century. The frames feature gently-arched crests above pierced, Gothic splats over trapezoidal, spring-filled seats. The seats are upholstered in patriotic, needlepoint depicting a spread-winged eagle and the words ‘E Pluribus Unum’. Both chairs rise on cabriole, front legs with ball-and-claw feet joined to the raking, back legs by H-stretchers. They are unmarked by the maker.
- Not a matched pair. There are slight variations to ball-and-claw feet.
- 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.
| Type | Dining Chair |
| Manufacturer | Unknown |
| Recliner Options | None |
| Includes Ottoman | No |
Condition
- armchair with repairs to tops of stiles where they meet crest; left arm with a couple of light cracks near handhold; side chair with a small repair to top right edge of back splat; both chairs with a few light spots to upholstery as well as other scattered scratches, nicks, and fading to frames.
Dimensions
- measured armchair.
Item #
18DCC289-143
