Victorian Mahogany Shield Back Open Armchair with Bird Carvings and Casters

A Victorian parlor armchair constructed from mahogany. The shield-shaped back features an intricate central oval splat with pierced relief carvings of a stylized bird, possibly a peacock or phoenix, surrounded by foliate scrolls. The backrail is surmounted by a carved cresting. The chair is designed with open, curved arms supported by splayed uprights. The frame is supported by two cabriole legs at the front and two raked legs at the rear, all terminating in small metal casters. The padded seat is upholstered in a floral tapestry-style fabric with a pattern of roses and various blossoms in shades of blue, rose, and cream. The seat edge is finished with a white decorative gimp trim secured by brass upholstery tacks. No maker marks, labels, or signatures are visible on the frame or upholstery.Overall Height: 40 inchesOverall Width: 24 inchesDepth: 26 inches.