Pair of English Chippendale Mahogany Side Chairs

Late 18th / early 19th century, arched crest rail with relief carved plumes, pierced back splat with upper carved acanthus leaf, set within a molded shoe, needlepoint upholstered slip seat, molded seat rail, stretcher base, front straight legs with molded edge, rear down-swept legs.

37 x 20.5 x 17 in.

Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina

Later upholstered seats; one crest rail with break and repairs at joints; one back splat with tight hairline cracks (but stable); scuffs to the legs from use.