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Set of Six George II Needlework Chairs

$75,000per set
£56,833.76per set
€66,242.57per set
CA$107,207.41per set
A$108,550.13per set
CHF 61,753.86per set
MX$1,319,224.52per set
NOK 729,961.47per set
SEK 726,126.68per set
DKK 495,179.30per set

About the Item

A fine and unusual set of six George II mahogany needlepoint covered chairs circa 1760 having upholstered seats and backs, the tapered front legs with applied very fine leaf carving, the feet having applied block molding. Gros and petit point wool and silk needlepoint, French 18th century with restoration consistent with age. Ex-collection Tom Devenish. Ex-Collection Walter Stern sold at Parke-Bernet Galleries, March 15, 1941, In addition, there was a pair of Gainsboroughs sold en suite. Ht. 38 1/2”, W. 23 1/4”, D. 25”, Seat ht. 17 3/4”
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)Width: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    George II (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. formerly with carved support brackets.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YEWTR000019361stDibs: LU798344689402

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