Pair of mahogany side chairs in a pseudo "Biedermeier" style. Each has an upholstered slip seat. Seats feature a central floral medallion in grosse point embroidery. With simplified front sabre legs. Mahogany with veneered figured mahogany splats, crest rails and front rail below slip seat.
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
American, unknown
Role
Cabinetmaker
Date made
1825 - 1840
Time Period
Early to mid 19th century
Place
Region
Northeast
Continent
North America
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Incision
Location
On front seat support of 87.0.8.2
Transcription
"XVII"
Type
Inscription
Location
On top side of front seat support
Transcription
"R S A"
Material/Technique
Graphite
Type
Incision
Location
On upper side of front seat support of 87.0.8.1
Transcription
"XXXIV"
Type
Inscription
Transcription
"R S A"
Material/Technique
Graphite
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Height
80 cm
Width
46 cm
Depth
37.8 cm
Dimension Notes
Height of seat from floor: 39.5 cm
Material
Wood (mahogany), Fabric, Wood
Condition
Overall Condition
Very Good
Notes
On both chairs there are slight veneer losses on the front rail under and before the seat.
