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One of a pair of George III giltwood armchairs, 1765 (limewood, beech & damask)
6039166 One of a pair of George III giltwood armchairs, 1765 (limewood, beech & damask) by Adam, Robert (1728-92); 107x75.5x75 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Designed by Robert Adam and made by Thomas Chippendale. Each with padded back, arms and seat covered in blue floral cut-velvet silk damask, the shaped rectangular back framed with foliage-bound reeding, headed at the angles by paterae, the scrolled serpentine toprail centred by a pierced anthemia, the padded arms with scrolled foliate supports, the terminals with flowerheads, the padded serpentine-fronted seat above a deep seat-rail edged with a husk border carved with a shell issuing scrolling foliage ending in winged sphinxes, the sides with interlaced scrolls and sphinxes, the back with scrolls, on cabriole legs headed by anthemions suspending ribbon-tied wreaths, on hairy paw feet headed by a beaded girdle enclosing anti-friction castors, both chairs with incised constructional numerals, one chair numbered on the back of the front-rail III and with chalk inscription M.H. 28/11, the other numbered VI, the seat-rails raised for upholstery tacking, with large screw-holes in the centre of each seat-rail and at the top of each leg for constructional tightening, the frames and side seat-rails in beechwood, the side seat-rail facings, front seat-rails and legs in limewood, with beech cross-struts, originally oil-gilt, now water-gilt over a thin lacquer with traces of original oil-gilding); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22386854
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Armchair Armchairs Chippendale George Iii Robert Adam Thomas Chippendale
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This print showcases one of a pair of exquisite George III giltwood armchairs, dating back to 1765. Designed by the renowned architect Robert Adam and crafted by the master furniture maker Thomas Chippendale, these chairs are true works of art. Measuring at an impressive 107x75.5x75 cm, each chair features a padded back, arms, and seat covered in luxurious blue floral cut-velvet silk damask. The elegant shape is accentuated by foliage-bound reeding framing the rectangular back and paterae adorning the corners. A pierced anthemia takes center stage on the scrolled serpentine toprail. The attention to detail is remarkable as scrolled foliate supports with flowerhead terminals adorn the padded arms. The deep seat-rail boasts a husk border carved with a shell that gracefully transitions into scrolling foliage ending in winged sphinxes. Cabriole legs topped with anthemions suspending ribbon-tied wreaths complete this masterpiece. Hairy paw feet headed by a beaded girdle enclose anti-friction castors for added functionality. These chairs bear incised constructional numerals and exhibit signs of meticulous craftsmanship throughout their structure. Originally oil-gilt, they now boast water-gilding over a thin lacquer while still retaining traces of their original splendor. With its rich history and undeniable beauty, this print captures the essence of Georgian elegance and serves as a testament to the exceptional talent of both Adam and Chippendale in creating timeless pieces that continue to captivate admirers today.
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