This most exceptional chair, constructed from the finest mahogany timber and carved with a great variety of motifs, is in perfect condition, well patinated and a good colour.

The serpentine shaped headrail with boldly carved foliage above a central splat carved with a central medallion or wheel flanked by inter-laced 'chain' above an urn draped with bell-flowers. To either side of the central splat, the shaped uprights have the most unusual ruffled effect and extremely well shaped padded arms with carved patarae.

Below, the serpentine shaped upholstered seat supported on four square tapering legs united by a chamfered 'H' shaped stretcher.

English, Circa 1780