George II Walnut Dining Chairs in Zebra Hide, set of 8

Description

A fine set of eight George II walnut dining chairs comprising two arms and six sides of very fine rich color, each having a scrolling top rail with sweeping shoulders and carved rolled ears over a pierced foliate scroll carved splat, each having a drop-in seat covered in natural zebra hide raised on boldly-carved cabriole legs with decoration to the knees ending in claw and ball feet.  The two arm chairs with shepherd's crooked arms.  New zebra hide upholstered seats are a striking addition to these antique chairs.  

Details

Manufacturer

Unknown, England

Date

18th Century

Dimensions

Side Chair: 21.25 W x 18 D x 37.5 H x 18 SH in 

Material

Walnut, Zebra Hide

Condition

Excellent. Restored in our Saint Louis studio.