GYLES BRANDRETH: SOMETHING SENSATIONAL TO READ IN THE TRAIN, London, John Murray, 2009, 1st edition, signed, original cloth, d/w + LOUIS THEROUX: THE CALL OF THE WEIRD, TRAVELS IN AMERICAN SUB-CULTURES, London, MacMillan, 2005, 1st edition, signed, original cloth, d/w + MILES KINGTON: SOMEONE LIKE ME, TALES FROM A BORROWED CHILDHOOD, London, Headlnie, 2005, 1st edition, signed, original cloth, d/w + MICHAEL BRUNSON: A RINGSIDE SEAT, London, Hodder & Stoughton, 2000, 1st edition, signed, original cloth, d/w + NICKY CAMPBELL: BLUE-EYED SON, THE STORY OF AN ADOPTION, London, MacMillan, 2004, 1st edition, signed, original cloth, d/w + ARTHUR MARSHALL: LIFE'S RICH PAGEANT, London, Hamish Hamilton, 1985, 5th impression, signed, original cloth, d/w (6)
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Renaissance Revival carved elm throne chair, the back headed by 'Green Man' mask between scrolls, over Romayne-style profile portrait roundel, between mask-carved stiles and open arms plus conforming front supports and front seat rail, 67cm wide x 129cm high Condition: Horizontal crack across Romayne panel as per images. Wide gap between the two planks of the solid seat. Otherwise general wear commensurate with age and use - **General condition consistent with age
Modern Design - Alvar Alto, Artek (Finmar Ltd), Finland -Retailed by Illums Bolighus, Copenhagen, Denmark - Leather-covered birch 'fan table' on three channel-moulded supports, retailer's brass plaque beneath 'Illums Bolighus Kobenhavn', 44cm diameter x 45cm high Condition: General scuffing, marks, and a few small nicks or tears to seat, plus knocks and wear to legs. **General condition consistent with age
Good quality Regency ebonised double scroll-end settee or sofa, the padded straight back between outscrolled overstuffed arms, loose seat cushion and squab, and two cylindrical bolster cushions, all covered in turquoise silk foliate damask, the frame with spirally reeded arm supports, the splayed front legs headed by shell and anthemion motifs, terminating in brass caps and swivel castors, 198cm x 78cm x 86cm high Condition: Minor cracking visible beside front legs, general light knocks to frame and small flake loss to one front leg, but otherwise appears sound - **General condition consistent with age
Set of ten mid 19th Century mahogany dining chairs, each with curved bar top rail and mid rail on fixed seat and turned tapering supports (10) Condition: Three or four top rails have infilled dowel pegs to reverse where join top of uprights as if reattached, two of these with some cracking commensurate with age and use. No retipping to back legs detected. Seats later covered in brown plush fabric, otherwise general knocks and scuffs commensurate with age and use - **General condition consistent with age
Modern Design - Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Denmark, circa 1960 - Danish teak dining suite comprising: draw-out extending dining table, 109cm wide x 210cm closed/310cm fully extended x 72cm high, together with a set of nine chairs, each having navette top rail, ebonised ring decoration and dished seat on inverted V supports, brass plaque beneath each seat MK Craftsmanship Made in Denmark (10) Condition: Table is a little dry but otherwise appears sound, leaves slightly darker due to lack of use and exposure. Chairs generally display light wear including minor scratching to seats, one chair has 2cm x 1cm loss where upright joins base of top rail, otherwise typical minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age and use - **General condition consistent with age
Late Victorian or Edwardian dog-cart, with deep-buttoned black leather seat and straw-filled squab cushion, plus matching foot-board beneath conforming folding canopy, later red and white painted livery including wishbone suspension, ten-spoke rear wheels and eight-spoke front wheels (steerable), with vulcanised rubber treads, the body 111cm long (172cm long including shafts) x 95cm high (canopy up) Condition: Central strip of canopy may have been replaced, some scuffing but otherwise free of tears and damage. Losses and damage to one corner of squab cushion, wooden strip placed behind rear cushion for support. Floor of carriage body has been recarpeted, small carriage lamp has been polished and one is bent as per images. Has been repainted some years ago. General wear to edges of leather fittings but otherwise still in good usable condition. **General condition consistent with age
Rare George III ash and elm primitive comb back Windsor chair, probably West Country, circa 1800, with shaped top rail over eight upper spindles, 'crinoline' arms with sixteen spindles and two shaped arm supports beneath, and broad D-shaped saddle seat on four splayed turned supports, 61cm wide x 105cm high For a similar example, see Cotton, Bernard D., The English Regional Chair, ACC, 2001, p.262, Figure SW8. Condition: Minor cracking to top rail where some spindles peg into the base, one dowel peg loose. Typical minor losses to top edge of top rail. Crinoline arms are well worn and patinated with old worm scarring particularly evident to one arm. Very old loss to rear edge of seat, typical cracking and figuring as per images. Patination a little dry in places. All legs appear original but two of these have metal stops beneath (presumably once on a non-level floor) and so this can not be guaranteed. Two of the legs are slightly loose due to pegged construction and shrinkage. **General condition consistent with age
Modern Design - Pair of Parker Knoll model PK938 armchairs, circa 1960's, black leatherette finish on rosewood supports, sold with CITES Article 10 certificate (2) Condition: One chair on good order, the other has cracking to leatherette at edge of both arms and seat cushion has been recovered so would require complete restoration - **General condition consistent with age
Modern Design - Pair of Kai Kristiansen for Korup Stolefabrik model 121 'Paper Knife' open armchairs, circa 1960, with black leatherette back and seat within teak frame (2) Condition: Both chairs with age-related wear to black leatherette back and seat including paint splashes, minor scratches, cracking etc as per images. Frames a little dry and would benefit from a repolish but otherwise structurally sound - **General condition consistent with age
Pair of 19th Century carved oak chairs, each stippled in relief with a pair of full-length portraits of a lady and gentleman, in the 'Romayne' tradition, within ogee arches, quatrefoil flowerhead frames and beneath balustrade, the fixed seat on conforming apron and supports with splayed block feet and H-stretcher (2) Condition: Three of the four tips of the uprights have losses. Minor knocks to front legs. Later seat covering - **General condition consistent with age
Boer War interest: Victorian silver salver, with piecrust border and gadrooned edge, standing on three claw and ball feet with presentation inscription reading 'For my dear kinsman Redvers Buller in affectionate admiration of his relief of Ladysmith. 28 February 1900 from Gerard Wallop', sponsors mark of Henry Stratford, London 1899, 245g approx, 21.5cm diameter. General Sir Redvers Henry Buller, VC, GCB, GCMG (Crediton, Devon 1839 – Crediton, Devon 1908). He served as Commander-in-Chief of British Forces in South Africa during the early months of the Second Boer War and subsequently commanded the army in Natal until his return to England in November 1900. He was a recipient of the Victoria Cross. The Eton-educated Buller joined the Eton Rifles in 1858, serving in the Second Opium War, Canadian Red River Expedition and Ashanti Campaign. His first experience in South Africa was the 9th Cape Frontier War of 1878 and the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. He was knighted in 1882 as recognition for his work in the First Boer War and Egypt Campaign. During the Second Boer War (having been promoted to General in 1896) he was made Commander of the Natal Field Force, but was replaced by Lord Roberts following reverses in battle. Despite a triumphant return home, he faced questions regarding his conduct in the war and was eventually dismissed – nevertheless, he retained public support, and a statue of him was erected in Exeter in 1905. He died at the family seat, Downes House, in 1908 – and the west side of the local church is a monument to him. Condition: Some light surface scratches across the whole surface, a little loss of definition to the decoration. **General condition consistent with age
A George III oak settle, circa 1770, moulded top over four arch shape moulded panel back, united by scrolling arms inlaid with a padded seat, raised on cabriole legs on padded. 105cm H x 185cm W x 51cm DCondition Report:Signs of tear to the seat with general scuffs and scratches, split to the foot.
A pair of similar 19th Century oak black forest style carved hall chairs, turned finials on twisted columns, united by serpentine rail back with Black Forest mount carving, on a solid carved seat, raised on turned supports united by twisted stretchers. (2) 107cm H x 46cm W x 41cm DCondition Report:Good condition with one of the seats have a split, general use of scuffs and scratches.
An early 20th century giltwood and cane work bed frame, head and footboard globe finials above foliage carved decorated pediment, fluted columns with cane work inlay, raised on fluted tapering supports; A similar giltwood window seat; Another bedroom chair. (3)Condition Report:Signs of damage to the cane work, cracks and general scuffs to the wood.
A George IV mahogany and leather upholstered armchair, circa 1825, in the manner of Gillows, the rectangular button upholstered back flanked by outscrolled arms, above the loose cushion seat, on reeded turned tapering legs, terminating in brass caps and castors, 106cm high, 77cm wide, 66cm deep Provenance:Property from a Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler Interior, LondonCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Leather with the expected wear, fading and creases. Some areas of additional scuffs, abrasions and minor small holes. Some sections of replacement veneer to front seat rail. Chair structurally solid overall. Some evidence of old worm to seat rails. Old tack holes to undersides of seat rails from previous upholstery. Section of loss the brass of one front caster. Glue residue and old repaired splits to joints between front legs and seat rails. Condition Report Disclaimer
A Gothic Revival beech open armchair, mid 19th century, the arched top rail above the pierced lancet back, flanked by scrolling outswept open arms, the padded and upholstered seat above channel moulded legs, 107cm high, 64cm wide, 53cm deep For a pair of closely related chairs see, Christie's, London, Fine English Furniture, 14th September 2000, Lot 197 (£12,925). Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some old minor chips and splits. Evidence of old worm. Some glue residue to interior joints. Central tip of the shaped apron is a replacement section of timber. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A pair of unusual George III fruitwood side chairs, circa 1790, possibly apple or pear wood, each slender back centred by a pierced splat carved with twin acanthus scrolls, each dished solid seat above square section tapering legs joined by an H shaped stretcher, each 101cm high, 45cm wide, 48cm deep overall
A George III mahogany and upholstered armchair, circa 1810, often associated with being a desk chair, the shaped back and arms above the padded seat, on turned tapering legs, terminating in arrow feet, 91cm high, 58cm wide, 50cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Old chips, splits and small losses. Some old repairs. Chair has been re-upholstered fairly recently and the fabric is in generally good order overall with just some minor wear and fraying to edges. Later corner brackets to the underside. Some very minor evidence of old worm to rails. Glue residue visible between joints to underside. Slight movement within some joints but chair is structurally solid overall. Condition Report Disclaimer
A Regency mahogany and caned library bergere armchair, circa 1815, the moulded downswept top rail and arms terminating in ball terminals, above the removable cushion seat, on tapering sabre legs, terminating in squat turned bun feet, 91cm high, 56cm wide, 59cm deep overallFor a similar example see Christie's, Property from two Ducal collections, Woburn Abbey, Bedford, 20-21 September 2004, hot 148 (£5,378).
Another pair of George III ebonised and painted open armchairs, circa 1780, in the manner of Gillows, decorated throughout with flowers and neoclassical motifs, each rectangular back with vertical and stylised 'ribbon tie' splats, flanked by downswept arms, each caned seat above turned tapering legs at the front
A matched set of ten late George III mahogany dining chairs, circa 1810, each with bar back and rope-twist stretcher, together with two further closely matched armchairs (12) This set should be described as a matched set and not as originally printed in the catalogue. Dimensions:H84cm x W45cm x D53cmH84cm x W55cm x D48cm - Carvers Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. When closely inspected together, it can be seen that the angle and size and proportion of some of the cresting rails to the backs vary from eachother. (see additional images) the turnings of the splats and the legs vary slightly to some chairs also. This set should therefore be described as a matched set and not as printed in the catalogue. Some fading in areas. particularly to the reverse side of some chairs. waxing/ polishing by an experienced restorer should resolve this. Some old splits and chips. some old repairs. The top rail of the back of some of the chairs with old repairs to the facing side in order to re-secure to the uprights of the back (see images) some re-gluing to joints. Some fading and minor staining to the seat upholstery. The seat rails are covered by upholstery so we cannot guarantee their age or originality. Some additional abrasions and scuffs to legs as expected for age and use. The chairs are of solid structure generally. Some joints may require tightening if the chairs are for common use. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A matched pair of George III mahogany and upholstered open armchairs, circa 1770, each shaped and padded oval back above a pair of padded arms with scroll terminals and moulded downswept supports, each serpentine fronted seat above a fluted frieze and square section tapering legs at the front terminating in spade feet and surmounted by patera terminals, each 87cm high, 66cm wide, 50cm deep overall These chairs have some distinctive features of the later work of Thomas Chippendale, circa 1773-5. The scrolls of the arm terminals are seen in various forms on many of his later 'salon' chairs. Lot 3 of Christie's Chippendale anniversary sale, demonstrated a similar patera to the bottom of the arm support. There are not many examples of his output that we know of that have square tapering legs and spade feet, however they do exist. Lot 7 in the same sale, a pair of hall chairs, which also have a step at the top of the legs with a sunken carved patera. The seat rail cramp cuts are also an interesting feature to note regarding these chairs.
A mahogany and gilt metal mounted chaise longue, in Empire style, second half 19th century, the scroll shaped ends of graduated size, centred by a shall back and overstuffed seat, the frieze decorated with cast laurel mounts, on moulded outswept legs terminating in cast lion paw cappings, 94cm high, 162cm wide, 60cm deep overall
A set of six Chinese Export exotic hardwood dining chairs, circa 1790, after a design by George Hepplewhite, each with shield back incorporating a pierced and moulded vase shaped splat, above the tapering rectangular rattan seat, on tapering square legs, joined by an H-shaped stretcherCondition Report: Marks, knocks and scratches consistent with age and useSome old splits and cracksSome with restoration to cresting railsThe rattan to the seats later but in fair condition overallThe frames are solid, these have probably been professionally restoredCondition Report Disclaimer
A George III mahogany and upholstered open armchair, circa 1780, in the manner of George Hepplewhite, the padded and upholstered oval back with a foliate cresting, flanked by outscrolled open arms, the padded and upholstered seat on turned tapering stop fluted legs, headed by patera terminals and terminating in 'arrow' feet, 94cm high, 63cm wide, 46cm deep
A pair of carved giltwood open armchairs, in mid 18th century style, probably second half 19th century, in the manner of Wright & Elwick, each foliate scroll carved top rail centred by a shell, above the rectangular padded and embroidery upholstered back and seat, flanked by scroll and foliate moulded open arms, above the foliate scroll carved apron centred by a scallop shell, on shell carved tapering cabriole legs, terminating in scroll feet, each 104cm high, 65cm wide, 51cm deep overall Provenance: By direct descent from Lady Enid Doreen Scudamore-Stanhope Browne (1899-1985), daughter of The Hon. Evelyn Theodore Scudamore-Stanhope and Julia Dasha Potter . Lady Enid was granddaughter of Henry Edwyn Chandos Scudamore-Stanhope, 9th Earl of Chesterfield and sister to Edward Henry Scudamore-Stanhope, the 12th and last Earl of Chesterfield, born on 9 February 1889. In December 1926 she married, Major Alexander Browne of Callaly Castle, of Northumberland. The family homes included Beningbrough Hall, York and Holme Lacy, Herefordshire. It is possible that the current chairs may have been later copies of the pair described as period and being lot 666 from The Catalogue of the important contents of Beningbrough Hall, York, 1958. Please note: Following further inspection we believe these chairs to be of later 19th century date and not as originally dated in the catalogue. The main title of the description should read as follows:A pair of carved giltwood open armchairs, in mid 18th century style, probably second half 19th century Condition Report: Please note: Following further inspection we believe these chairs to be of later 19th century date and not as originally printed in the catalogue.Marks, scratches and abrasions, old chips and splits comensurate with age and use.Wear, chipping and losses to gilt surface. Areas of the gilt surface are fragile and lifting/ flaking. The gilding is bright and relatively clean and likely refreshed throughout. Some chips of the loss to the carving of the frame in areas (see additional images). Various old repairs, replacements, fading some losses and some tears to the needlework elements of the upholstery (see additional images). Fragments have been used to cover the elements of the chairs as much as possible but plain elements of fabric are visible in areas (see additional images)No breaks or splicing to the legs apparent. The frames are of solid structure. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A Regency mahogany open armchair, circa 1815, the scroll moulded top rail above a reeded cross splat, flanked by scrolling moulded open arms, the green leather upholstered padded seat, on reeded sabre legs, 87cm high, 55cm wide, 57cm deep, together with a Regency green painted and parcel gilt open arm chair, circa 1815, the roundel decorated top rail above a pierced inverted T-shaped splat, the tapering rectangular reeded seat on fluted turned tapering legs, 79cm high, 56cm wide, 51cm deep (2)
A set of eight mahogany dining chairs, in George III style, late 19th/early 20th century, in the manner of Thomas Chippendale, each shaped top rail above a pierced vase shaped splat, the padded and upholstered tapering rectangular seat, above square section legs, headed by pierced spandrels and joined by an H-shaped stretcher
A set of four Regency mahogany hall chairs, circa 1815, attributed to Gillows, each with shell carved backs above C-scroll supports centred by a painted armorial crest incorporating an armoured arm clasping a spear with the inscription 'The Fear of God and No Other', above the solid seat on reeded sabre legs, each 83cm high, 41cm wide, 51cm deep For a pair of near identical chairs but without painted crests see, Christie's, New York, Important English Furniture, 9th April 2003, Lot 53 ($9,321). For an example of this form of side chair stamped by Gillows and made for the Revd. Holland Edwards of Pennant, Conway, North Wales, in 1811 see, Susan E. Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster and London 1730-1840, Volume 1, Antique Collectors Club, 2008, page 203, plate 177.
A pair of oak open armchairs, by HEAL'S, circa 1920, in the Cotswold style, each shaped top rail above a vase shaped splat, flanked by outscrolled open arms, the solid dished seat on square section legs, joined by an H-shaped stretcher, both chairs with circular plaque to underside of rear seat rail for 'HEAL'S, TOTTENHAM COURT ROAD, LONDON, W.1', each 99vm high, 65cm wide, 57cm deep
A set of four Iberian exotic hardwood and embossed leather upholstered chairs, probably 18th or early 19th century, each shaped high back decorated with figures and peacocks around a flowering urn, the tapering rectangular seat centred by a flowerhead motif, above a pierced floral scroll apron, on spirally turned legs and peripheral stretchers, terminating in turned bun feet, each approximately 117cm high, 45cm wide, 40cm deep
A William III carved oak metamorphic chair table, dated 1699, the hinged and arch moulded rectangular back decorated with fruiting vines, tulips carving and initials A and L and date 1699, above the downswept open arms on turned supports, the solid seat with loose seat cushion, on a solid seat flanked by shaped arms, above a channel moulded frieze incorporating a drawer at the front, on turned legs joined by a rectangular peripheral stretcher, the hinged top closing to form a table, 170cm high, 80cm wideProvenance: Private Collection from a Grade II listed Country House, OxfordshirePurchased by the current vendor from Lucy Johnson Antiques, 14th November 1996 (£15,400). A photograph of the original receipt is available with this lot. For related example see Victor Chinnery, Oak Furniture, Antique Collectors Club, figures 3.68, 3.69 and 3.70.
A George III mahogany night commode, circa 1780, with shaped gallery incorporating pierced side carrying handles, above a pair of cupboard doors and a lower drawer, on moulded square section legs, 75cm high, 55cm wide, 48cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age use. Some old chips and splits. Good rich original colour to surface. Seat panel from commode drawer has been removed. Condition Report Disclaimer
A Victorian walnut and upholstered chaise longue, by Howard & Sons, late 19th century, the shaped and button upholstered back flanked by scrolling side rests, above the rectangular padded seat, on turned tapering legs, terminating in brass caps and castors, one rear leg stamped '4114/9647', the underside with the remains of a paper label and ivorine plaque for 'H.F THOMAS/ EASTGATE STREET/ CHESTER', 80cm high, 219cm wide, 79cm deep overall Provenance: Christie's, London, Interiors, 18th May 2016, Lot 281 (£2,750)
A set of four George III mahogany side chairs, circa 1780, in the manner of Thomas Chippendale, each shaped foliate C-scroll carved top rail above a pierced vase shaped splat, above arectangular tapering upholstered drop in seat, on moulded square section legs joined by an H-shaped stretcher, each 98cm high, 54cm wide, 53cm deep
A set of six George III mahogany and upholstered dining chairs, circa 1810, each oval back centred buy a pierced foliate carved splat incorporating a patera terminal, above the padded and upholstered seat, on reeded square tapering legs terminating in lappet carved feet Provenance: Private Collection from a Grade II listed Country House, Oxfordshire
A pair of Regency mahogany library bergeres, circa 1815, attributed to Gillows, the scrolling top rail above the reeded back and down swept moulded supports, the leather button upholstered loose cushion seats above reeded turned tapering legs terminating in tapering feet at the front, the seat rail of a chair stamped with workman's initials, each 85cm high, 50cm wide, 51cm deep For a closely related pair of chairs see Sotheby's Arts of Europe, 3rd December 2013, Lot 226(£17,500). For a further comparable pair of chairs see Sotheby's London, An Exceptional Eye, A British Collection, 14th July 2010, lot 107 (£17,500) The stamp to the seat rail of one chairs appears to read 'H H' indistinctly and may possibly be a workman's stamp. According to Susan Stuart, 'HH' is one of the most common initial stamps recorded on chairs made by Gillows in the first half of the 19th century. In Stuart's book it is explained with known examples that the stamp may belong to Henry Howard, however that Henry Holmes might be a better candidate as he was a known Gillows journeyman. (Susan E. Stuart, Gillows of Lancaster & London, Antique Collectors Club, 2008, vol.II, page 244). Condition Report: Both with marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some old minor chips and splits. Caning is an old replacement and is in good order overall with no obvious tears/damages.Glue residue visible to joints between all back legs and seat rails. 'Shadow' and filled holes to back legs where they appear to have previously had supporting brackets (see images). One back leg with spliced repair. Both chairs structurally solid overall. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Please note that only one chair bears an indistinct stamp that may possibly be a workman's stamp, and not as detailed in the printed catalogue. Condition Report Disclaimer
A George III mahogany open armchair, circa 1780, the shaped top rail above the pierced vase shaped splat, flanked by outscrolled open arms, above the padded and upholstered seat, on square section legs, joined by a turned H-shaped stretcher, 95cm high, 62cm wide, 60cm deep overallProvenance:Property from a Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler Interior, LondonCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions consistent with age and use. Some old splits and chips. some evidence of old worm to seat rails. Chair has been recently re-upholstered, fabric is in good/clean condition. Some glue residue visible to the joints between the legs, rails and corner brackets. Chair is structurally solid overall. Condition Report Disclaimer
A George III black lacquer and painted chair back settee, circa 1810, the scrolling top rail decorated with flowering rhyton above four X-shaped splats, flanked by downswept open arms on turned supports, the reeded seat with loose cushion, on turned tapering legs, terminating in brass caps and castors, 83cm high, 196cm wide, 57cm deep Condition Report: The condition report for this lot is not complete. Please be advised the correct width for this item is 196cm.Condition Report Disclaimer
A pair of Louis XV carved beech and upholstered fauteuil, third quarter 18th century, each foliate and ribbon moulded shaped rectangular back, flanked by outswept scrolling open arms, the cushion seat above a foliate swag carved apron, on moulded tapering cabriole legs, terminating in acanthus carved scroll feet, each 105cm high, 73cm wide, 60cm deep
A mahogany and simulated rosewood hall seat, first half 19th century, attributed to Gillows, the rectangular top with turned rest to each end, on foliate carved C-scroll shaped supports, 56cm high, 137cm wide, 64cm deep The form of the legs on this seat are similar to designs by Thomas King that feature on Anglo-Indian and Ceylonese furniture of the period. For a table with closely related supports see, Christie's, London, Christie's Interiors, 26th March 2013, Lot 241 (£8,125).
A carved giltwood and needlework upholstered foot stool, late 17th/early 18th century and later, the dished and padded top decorated with a couple in a rural landscape, above the pierced scrolling foliage apron centred by a crown, on moulded scroll legs, 27cm high, 54cm wide, 43cm deep Condition Report: Marks, scratches and abrasions, old chips and splits comensurate with age and use.Some old repairs. some minor old losses. Wear, chipping and some loss to gilt/ gesso surface. Some old worm holes in a relatively small number (see additional images) The underlying pine rail to the fixed cushion section is likely later but of significant age. The needlework to the seat appears to be mid 18th century and later in date, therefore is later associated to the earlier carved giltwood frame. The shaped element of the seat/needlework covered element may also not be original to the giltwood frame. There is wear to the needlework and old losses (see images) The braiding at the edge of the needlework is loose in areas and probably later associated. No breaks or splicing to the legs apparent. The frame is generally of solid structure. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A pair of Regency mahogany library bergere or 'curricle' armchairs, circa 1815, in the manner of Gillows, the arched top rail and arms centred by a roundel motif, above the button upholstered leather drop in seat, on moulded tapering sabre legs to the front, terminating in brass caps and castors, each 88cm high, 55cm wide, 59cm deep Provenance: Private collection, ParisPurchased Norman Adams Ltd 1972.A photocopy of the original receipt is available in this lot. A remarkably similar pair of chairs are present as part of the furnishings of Tatton Park, Cheshire. (see N.Goodison and J.Hardy, Gillows at Tatton Park,Furniture History, 1970, Plate 16A) . Gillows supplied five chairs of His model between 1811 and 1812 to Wilbraham Egerton for Tatton Park. For a similar pair of chairs see Christie's London, English Furniture, 28 November 2002, Lot 83, (£20,315).Condition Report: Both with marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some old minor chips and splits. Both chairs with old repairs both sides of tops rails, with slender fillets of replacement timber and some filler used. Small section of replacement veneer to bottom of one rear leg. Both chairs with 'shadow' to back of seat rail from where plaques once sat. Both chairs with later corner blocks to undersides. Caning is an old replacement and is in good/tidy condition overall with no obvious tears. One chair with section of additional timber to the underside where the caning has been applied to. The holes to the adjacent front rail from previous caning have been filled. Both chairs structurally solid. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A set of eight Louis XV/Louis XVI transitional walnut and upholstered dining chairs, last quarter 18th century, incorporating two armchairs, each shaped padded back crested by a tied ribbon terminal, above the padded seat, on moulded tapering cabriole legs, the armchairs on stop fluted turned tapering legsProvenance: Private Collection from a Grade II listed Country House, OxfordshirePurchased by the current vendor from Francois Ryaux, Paris, 20th September 1989. A photograph of the original receipt is available with this lot. Please note: The pair of armchairs match eachother but do not match the remainder of the set Condition Report: Please note: The pair of armchairs match each other but do not match the remainder of the set Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some fading in areas. Some old worm damage as expected for age and material (see images for most noticeable areas affected.) The worm does not appear to have the structure or solidity of the chairs.Some old splits and chips. Various old repairs throughout. some losses disguised by wax filler. some with small sections of spliced in wood. Some chairs have later glued blocks to the seat rails to secure. Various nail/ tack holes visible to the frame where previous upholstery was secured. (see images) particularly to the terminals at the base of the backs. The chairs are of solid structure generally. Some joints may require tightening if the chairs are for common use. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A pair of George II 'red walnut' side chairs, circa 1730, each scrolling top rail above the pierced vase shaped splat, the padded and upholstered seat above a shaped apron, on acanthus and C-scroll carved tapering cabriole legs, terminating in pad feet Condition Report: Both chairs with marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Old splits, chips and losses. Some old repairs (see images). Seats have been recently re-upholstered and are in generally good order overall with just some wear and marks. Later supporting blocks to undersides. Seat rails have been thoroughly cleaned and a red wash applied to the underside. Old tack holes to undersides of seat rails from previous fabric covering. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A pair of George II walnut side chairs, circa 1750, the shaped backs centred by a pierced and scrolling vase shaped splat, above the padded and upholstered drop in seat, on tapering cabriole legs terminating in pad feet, each 105cm high, 55cm wide, 53cm deepClosely delated designs of chair can be seen in William De La Cour's First Book of Ornament, 1741, 'Designs for Chairs'. A copy is held at the V&A museum in London.Condition Report: Marks, scratches and abrasions, old chips and splits comensurate with age and use. some minor old repairs. The seat covers are in clean presentable condition. Good original surface, colour and patina throughout with some fading. All timber elements including seat rails are original. The chairs are of solid useable structure. One split to the corner of one seat rail is worthwhile simple re-gluing in order to prevent further splitting. One 'ear' bracket the top of one leg may be an old replacement. No old breaks or splicing to the legs or feet. There are additional old surface knocks to the legs as expected for age and use. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A George III mahogany open armchair, circa 1780, the rectangular 'ladder' back with four pierced and moulded cross stretchers, each centred by a 'twist' terminal, flanked by outscrolled open arms, above the tapering needlepoint upholstered seat, square section legs, joined by an H-shaped stretcher, 101cm high, 60cm wide, 58cm deep overallProvenance:Property from a Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler Interior, London
A George III mahogany and upholstered open armchair, circa 1790, the padded and upholstered rectangular back and seat, flanked by downswept open arms, on tapering square legs at the front, terminating in brass caps and castors, 92cm high, 66cm wide, 65cm deep Provenance:Property from a Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler Interior, LondonCondition Report: Marks, scratches and abrasions, old chips and splits comensurate with age and use. some minor old repairs. some old splits/ holes disguised by filler (see additional images) The seat rail is original throughout but with some old worm damage. This does not appear to weaken the strength of the elements and chair is of solid useable structure. The upholstery is generally in clean condition however the removable arm covers have wear and some holes. The front edge area of the seat bears similar wear (see additional images) The two corner brackets to the seat rails may be old replacements. No old breaks or splicing to the legs or feet. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
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