M. FORD CREECH ANTIQUES & FINE ARTS
 

 

QUEEN ANNE / GEORGE I WALNUT CORNER CHAIR

England, c1710 - 1715

 

 

 

 

     

 

A very early example with excellent patination, the “ox-yoke” curved arm ending in rounded terminals and surmounted

by an overscroll crest block above 2 vasiform splats interspersed with columnar supports, needlework covered drop-in seat 

with molded rails and shaped returns to the front cabriole leg ending in a pad foot, the other legs turned, all joined by X-form

block and turned stretchers; peg construction

 

Condition:  Excellent for age, with old repairs to crestrail at center upright join, and to front leg; crestrail slightly out of level; well-patinated and faded original surfaces; the age and rarity of this chair outweigh the normal usage repairs

 

Provenance : David H. Wilson, Teaneck NJ

David H. Wilson (1949-2011) was one of this country's leading connoisseurs in 17th and 18th century British furniture.  He served as a consultant, appraiser and restorer for Sotheby’s and Christies, as well as leading dealers and collectors in New York, London, and throughout the United States.  Mr. Wilson was also instrumental in vetting many major collections for authenticity.  After a long and valiant battle with cancer Mr. Wilson died in February 2011.   M. Ford Creech Antiques, whose furniture acquisitions Mr. Wilson has directed since January 2009, is offering for sale part of his furniture collection, each piece being chosen for a very unique and captivating quality - and each "exactly right".  Mr. Wilson never chose to impress - more to delight his own impeccable eye, his sense of grace, history - and humor.

 "To the last, ever cheerful and full of life, with great style, grace and humor about it all.  A good man."

(Chris Jussel, February 2011)

 Please browse our furniture selection to view more.

 

NOTE : Corner chairs, also known as writing chairs, were popular from 1700-70,

the most being made between 1730-50.  This is an excellent hard-to-find early example.

 

31.75”High x 27.5” Wide x 26” Deep

Seat Height 19”

 

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 For information, call (901) 761-1163 or (901) 827-4668 or email mfcreech@bellsouth.net 

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