Description

Late C19th matched pair of George III style mahogany library armchairs.
Of slightly varying proportions, a crisply and identically carved pair of mahogany and pale green leather upholstered armchairs .
Serpentine front seats with Vitruvian scroll ('running dog') carving to seat rails. Shell carving to oval 'cameo' backs , with leaf carving to arms and frames. Fluted and carved legs , with carved stop-fluted blocks.
The quality mahogany frames have achieved a great rich colour and patination.
No rips to hide with good close-nail upholstery and of strong ,robust construction with no damage.
Well-executed copies of important C18th period mahogany library chairs.
England c. 1880
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
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