Antique English Papier-mâché Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chair

Late 19th century, black lacquer with mother of pearl inlays and gilt highlights, barrel back form with scalloped edge, serpentine slip seat in turquoise silk upholstery, cabriole legs, with English registry mark to rear seat rail.

37 x 24 x 24 in., seat height 18 in.

Later upholstered seat; old surface with crazing and gilding loss; crest rail with surface wear; hairline cracks to arms; later bracing to interior seat rails.