Description

Smart pair of early C19th William IV period maple bedroom or occasional chairs in the manner of Gillows.
Decorative pair of 'blonde' maple side chairs with well-carved shaped ovoid open backs with good detail . The figured pale maple timber having achieved a pleasing mellow patina and sheen .
Raised on turned and carved fore-legs , the stuff-over seats benefitting from recent clean upholstery.
One chair had minor evidence of historic woodworm which been treated and eradicated .
Excellent strong frames in good original condition with no breaks , damage or repairs .
Have design features recognised as being possibly from the workshops of the esteemed cabinet-making firm of Gillows of Lancaster and London though not marked .
H(Back) 35"
H (Seat) 18"
W 17"
D 16"
England c.1830
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 .
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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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