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Lot 3063
Pair of Irish Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late 18th century, figured mahogany veneers, double arched crest rail with central pierced carved shell terminating in scrolled and molded ears, pierced and carved geometric back splat set within a molded shoe, upholstered slip seat, molded seat rail, front cabriole legs with floral carved knee on well developed ball and claw feet, rear down-swept legs.

37.5 x 22 x 18 in., seat height 18 in.

Later upholstery with staining; old insect damage; later seat blocks; one chair with break and repair to rear legs near seat rail; the same chair with horizontal crack to front seat rail.