There are so many lovely details on this pair one does not know where to begin. Eastlake would surely be proud of these two with their bold and bulbous turned front legs, restrained curling back, and delicate pierced carvings and etchings. Abigale & Arabella are wonderful examples of high, late Victorian style. There is a decidedly oriental flair to them, with their black lacquer finish, upright back and screen-like carvings. This ode to the Orient and all things artistic was a highly desirable style in the time, part of the Aesthetic Movement, a reaction against the excess of the Victorian revival styles that became increasingly cluttered and busy. And who was I to go against the intense interest in all things Japonaise? The maze motif on velvet would certainly have met with late Victorian artistic taste.
Price including shipping or local delivery: $1,950.00 for the pair, sorry not sold individually
Dimensions: 20” W x 18” D x 34” H
Seat Height: 17.5”
Fabric Content: Velvet, 60% polyester, 40% viscose.
Condition: Excellent, minor wear to the wood lacquer finish.
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