Pair of George III Parcel-Gilt and Painted Wood Side Chairs

Late 18th century, after a design by Ince & Mayhew
The curved oval back and shield-form seat covered in tangerine damask on fluted tapering legs. Height 36 1/2 inches, width 22 inches, depth 15 1/4 inches, seat height 18 inches.

Condition
In sound condition. With lifting and flaking to painted decoration throughout. Then with scattered nicks, marks, and scratches consistent with age. The underside of each with evidence of old, inactive woodworm. The corner blocks replaced. Each chair back with restoration to joins and some infilled repaired cracks. The upholstery well-maintained with very minor staining.Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and our Organization shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.