SILLA, LTD. | Antiques & Works of Art
Shippensburg, PA
Details
- Dimensions
- 25.5ʺW × 26.25ʺD × 42.88ʺH
- Styles
- Federal
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Height
- 16.0 in
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Mahogany
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Upholstery is probably mid-20th century and is heavily worn to the seat where underlying cotton stuffing can be seen (also … moreUpholstery is probably mid-20th century and is heavily worn to the seat where underlying cotton stuffing can be seen (also in the corners of the seat back and other areas of wear); upholstery has not been removed for examination of the underlying structure; surface presents beautifully and appears to have been expertly refinished, probably in the mid-20th century; wear to the corners of the legs and other minor spots of wear; chair is tight in its joints and incredibly comfortable/supportive. less
- Description
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AMERICAN FEDERAL INLAID-MAHOGANY LOLLING "MARTHA WASHINGTON" ARMCHAIR
Massachusetts, ca. 1780-1800 | purchased from Bernard and S. Dean Levy, Inc. of … more AMERICAN FEDERAL INLAID-MAHOGANY LOLLING "MARTHA WASHINGTON" ARMCHAIR
Massachusetts, ca. 1780-1800 | purchased from Bernard and S. Dean Levy, Inc. of New York in 1966
Item # 401JNI25P
An incredibly fine American Hepplewhite lolling chair from the Federal period, this exquisite chair features a dense-grained mahogany for all primary surfaces that has become silky and positively glows through an underlying patina.
Known as a "Martha Washington Chair", this particular chair was formerly with Bernard and S. Dean Levy of New York where it was purchased from in 1966. Note the exquisite inlays and the way they compliment the swirling curvature of the arms - these curve outward to allow the sitter perfect comfort and the stringer inlays disappear as they reach the swell of the arm. The chair back is designed with a gentle backward cant for comfort and exhibits a dramatic oxbow curvature.
An exquisite acquisition.
Measurements: 42 7/8" H x 26 1/4" D x 25 1/2" W x 16" H to seat
Condition Report:
Upholstery is probably mid-20th century and is heavily worn to the seat where underlying cotton stuffing can be seen (also in the corners of the seat back and other areas of wear); upholstery has not been removed for examination of the underlying structure; surface presents beautifully and appears to have been expertly refinished, probably in the mid-20th century; wear to the corners of the legs and other minor spots of wear; chair is tight in its joints and incredibly comfortable/supportive less
SILLA, LTD. | Antiques & Works of Art
Shippensburg, PA
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