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A George III Mahogany Side Chair, in the Manner of R. ManwaringCirca 1770 Height: 37" Width: 22.5" Depth: 22" Seat H: 17" Inventory Number 7664-104 Price$8,600DescriptionThe serpentine crest rail above a back rest with interlaced scrolls centered by rosettes, over an upholstered seat raised on square molded legs joined by an “H” stretcher. ProvenancesBy repute, the Smithsonian Institute’s accession number, 1926-21-84, appears in red on the right rear style of the chair. IllustratedThis chair is clearly after the designs for similar "Gothick chairs" as illustrated in R. Manwaring, The Cabinet and Chair-Maker's Real Friend & Companion, 1765, pls. 14 & 15. Additional Information- |
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