Queen Anne Dining Chairs in Elm, 1920s, Set of 20

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An exceptional and highly impressive set of twenty queen anne style elm dining chairs, comprising eighteen side chairs and two … Read more An exceptional and highly impressive set of twenty queen anne style elm dining chairs, comprising eighteen side chairs and two carvers. A substantial suite of considerable presence, offering an outstanding opportunity to furnish a large dining room or entertaining space in true period style. Beautifully crafted from richly figured elm, the chairs are raised upon elegant queen anne style legs with boldly carved knees and graceful pad feet. A particularly attractive carved shell motif adorns each front rail. The combination of warm figured elm and beautifully executed carving gives the suite an exceptionally rich and distinguished appearance. The shaped backs feature broad central splats displaying wonderfully figured elm timbers, providing both visual impact and excellent support. Circa 1920. The two carver chairs are particularly impressive, with elegant shepherds-crook arms supported by finely shaped uprights.

the chairs have recently been reupholstered throughout in a quality fabric, providing a fresh and luxurious finish while retaining the character and charm of the traditional design. Their generous proportions and comfortable lift-out seats make them ideally suited to both formal entertaining and everyday dining in the style of the celebrated cabinetmaker giles grendey, this remarkable suite possesses the elegance, scale and craftsmanship associated with the finest queen anne inspired furniture. A rare and highly desirable set of twenty matching chairs, offering exceptional scope for a grand dining room and certain to create a striking impression around a substantial dining table. Presented in good condition and ready to grace an impressive interior

dimensions are in inches (cm) width x depth x height side chairs: 24 (61) x 24 (61) x 41 (104) seat height: 18.5 (47) seat depth: 17.5 (44) carvers: 25.5 (65) x 24 (61) x 41 (104) seat height: 18.5 (47) seat depth: 18.5 (47) See less