A QUEEN ANNE FIGURED ASH 'SLEEPING' WING CHAIR

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Take a Seat The chair is highly important in the home and so obviously needs to be fit for purpose, whether that is utilitarian, durable, comfortable or attractive, or a combination of any of these qualities. Th breadth of chair design over the centuries has been extraordinary and here we can glance at some of that diversity, ranging from the North Country chairs (Lot 222), sometimes referred to as 'drunkards' chairs, to the more humble painted windsor armchair (Lot 225). The sleeping chair (Lot 220) with hinged back is a rare survivor. The armchair (Lot 221) is most unusual being made of cedar instead of the more typical oak. The windsor chair-making traditions in England produced some high-quality chairs over many decades, such as these cabriole leg chairs (Lot 224 and 226). Yew was the most prized timber for windsors. Perhaps a more tradional design is of interest (Lot 223) or the unusual box-seat high chair in walnut, certainly a conversation piece. So, Take your seat.....

A NORTH EUROPEAN FIGURED ASH 'SLEEPING' WING CHAIR

EARLY 18TH CENTURY

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A NORTH EUROPEAN FIGURED ASH 'SLEEPING' WING CHAIR
EARLY 18TH CENTURY
With adjustable back, boldly scrolling downswept arms, on baluster legs and stretchers
46 in. (117 cm.) high; 27 in. (68 cm.) wide; seat 18 in. (46 cm.) high

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