George
IV Recumbent Easy Chair
in the manner of Robert Daws c1830
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This
is a very rare and handsome library armchair, constructed of the best
quality mahogany and upholstered with quality green hide.
It has a serpentine back with reeded mahogany frame. The frame and timbers
of the chair are all in fine original condition with no evidence of
repairs to the structure.
The
reclining mechanism is controlled by leavers under the arm rests which
allows the back to be adjusted to several positions including almost
vertical. The pull out foot rest offers adjustable positions also.
The
detail carving on the arms show an Egyptian influence made popular by
the designs used at the Brighton Pavilion. The chair has finely turned
front legs ,matching support leg for the foot rest and swept back rear
legs. The legs have the original brass castors which are particularly
fine.
The chair is in the manner of Robert Daws who was a cabinet maker and
upholsterer working from 1820 to 1839 at 17 Margaret St, Cavendish Square,
London. In1827 he patented the "Improved recumbent Easy Chair"
of which this chair is a good comparable example.
See"
Pictorial Dictionary of Marked London Furniture 1700-1840" by Christopher
Gilbert,1996 p175-7
Measurements:
Overall width: 26.5 inches 67cm
Height to top of seat: 17 inches 43cm
Height to top of the back: 45 inches 115cm
Length when fully reclined: 74 inches 188 cm
Price:
£3,950
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Reference Number: Ref:SN373
If
you are interested in this reclining armchair or library chair please
contact us or email
us at burrellsdesks@yahoo.co.uk quoting Ref:SN373
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