Set of Geo III Giltwood Open Armchairs, 1770

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A smart pair of c18th giltwood open armchairs, well carved throughout, the curved oval backs with gadrooned mouldings and foliate … Read more A smart pair of c18th giltwood open armchairs, well carved throughout, the curved oval backs with gadrooned mouldings and foliate paterai to the tops, leading to shapely arms with acanthus carving and moulded supports, above carved shells to the knees and serpentine seats with further central foliate paterai, terminating in elegant cabriole legs. Well upholstered in buttoned burnt orange shot silk with double pipping. Circa 1770. In the manner of esteemed london cabinet makers william and john linnell. Presented in excellent condition, upholstery with light ware.

h: 95 cm (37 3/8")
w: 62 cm (24 7/16")
d: 60 cm (23 5/8")
seat height: 42.00
seat width: 58.00
seat depth: 47.00 this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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