Lot 273
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A oak tree pattern cast iron garden seat, possibly late 19th century
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A oak tree pattern cast iron garden seat, possibly late 19th century

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A oak tree pattern cast iron garden seat, possibly late 19th century
Later repainted green overall, the backrest cast as interlinked oak sprigs, the uprights at the sides with entwining serpents, the slatted wood seat replaced -- 50in. (127cm.) wide
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Lot Essay

This pattern was first designed by McDowall, Steven & Co., Glasgow, circa 1840, and later copied by other foundries.
COMPARATIVE LITERATURE:
Georg Himmelheber Cast Iron Furniture, Munich 1996, plate 106.

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