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Federal Lolling Chair

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
This style of lolling chair is commonly referred to as a “Martha Washington” chair, having a well-defined serpentine crest rail with an upholstered back flanked by shaped open arms. The carved molded arms continue into the front legs and are supported by a stretcher base.

More Information

Origin:	United States, Massachusetts
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Mahogany, maple frame, upholstery
Condition:	Excellent. Excellent condition, frame in a remarkable state of preservation.
Creation Date:	c. 1795-1805
Styles / Movements:	Federal
Incollect Reference #:	229258

Dimensions

W.	24.5 in;	H.	43 in;	D.	23.25 in;
W.	62.23 cm;	H.	109.22 cm;	D.	59.06 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.

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