Set of 8 Duck-Bill Windsor Chairs
Description:
Pleasing in form, the duck-bill crest nicely flares the back rails to create a flared display of bamboo turned hickory spindles adjoining to a poplar shield seat over maple bamboo turned legs and stretchers. The form is attributed to John Letchworth (b. 1759, worked 1785-1824).
Materials and Techniques:
Maple, hickory and mahogany.
Condition:
The one armchair has minor restoration and is a near match to the set of 7 sidechairs.
Origin: Philadelphia, PA
Date: c. 1800
Dimensions:
Width 17.75" | Height 35.5" | Depth 17.5" | Seat Height 17"
Price: SOLD
