Exceptional Regency pair of oak and leather library chairs; of bold proportions accentuating the design; having fabulous old tan leather of an unusual thick gauge; the shaped padded back having a moulded frame with carved acanthus leaf scrolled corners, above the swept arms having padded arm rests, raised on curvaceous scrolled supports continuous to the seat frame, having a generous sized padded seat. Raised on turned tapering reeded legs with sabre legs to the rear.
The wonderful leather with close studded edges having a lovely old surface with no scuffs or tears as it is extremely thick. Attributed to Gillows
English circa 1820
Very good original condition and good colour
Dimensions (ins) 39 high x 28.5 wide x 26 deep; seat height 18.5
