A GEORGE II MAHOGANY LIBRARY ARMCHAIR IN THE MANNER OF WRIGHT AND ELWICK, CIRCA 1755

Property from a Private Connecticut Collection
A GEORGE II MAHOGANY LIBRARY ARMCHAIR IN THE MANNER OF WRIGHT AND ELWICK, CIRCA 1755

seat rails with later backing, back rails not examined under upholstery
height 41 in.; width 31 in.; depth 31 in.
104 cm; 78.75 cm

Condition Report:
Scattered marks, rubbing, and very minor losses to carving. Old repairs to arm rests and front seat rail. Inner inside front and back rails replaced with two later brackets. Some fading on sides. Minor discoloration and marks to velvet upholstery, Comes with needlework cushion. Back rails not examined under upholstery.

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