Mahogany side chair with oval anthemion back and upholstered seat.
Identifier
FPF376
Title
Mahogany side chair with oval anthemion back and upholstered seat.
Date
1900-1920
Description
Mahogany side chair with oval anthemion back and upholstered seat.
Full Description
This mahogany side chair has an oval back with a carved anthemion (honeysuckle). The oval frame is moulded and carved with trailing husks at the top and a rosette at the base. It is continuous with the back legs. The stuff-over seat is compass (rounded) and waisted. The front legs are diagonally set, square section, fluted and tapering with spade feet. The back legs are rounded in section and flared. The upholstery cover is a modern red striped fabric.
This chair was probably made by Frederick Parker & Sons and is derived from 18th century chairs of similar form, dating to 1780-1800; see for example FPF226 and FPF242. This reproduction model is smaller and lighter overall than 18th century examples, while the back is flat rather than concave, which is much less complex to make. It has been finished with a thick dark stain to give an appearance of age.
This chair was probably made by Frederick Parker & Sons and is derived from 18th century chairs of similar form, dating to 1780-1800; see for example FPF226 and FPF242. This reproduction model is smaller and lighter overall than 18th century examples, while the back is flat rather than concave, which is much less complex to make. It has been finished with a thick dark stain to give an appearance of age.
Condition
The anthemion splat is broken at the top, with a piece missing.
The upholstery and cover are replaced.
The upholstery and cover are replaced.
Materials
Mahogany.
Upholstery.
Upholstery.
Physical Dimensions
H. 91
W. 43
D. 48
W. 43
D. 48
Parker Numbers
630. This is probably the OM (Old Model) number.
Provenance
Probably made by Frederick Parker & Sons in c. 1900.
