George Oakley (Attributed)

Rare Pair of Regency Rosewood Klismos Library Chairs

Origin	England
Period	19th Century
Materials	Wood, Metal.
Condition	Excellent country house state ... having a glorious natural patina and colour.
Creation Date	1815
Description	England - UK c. 1815 Fine and rare pair of English Regency Period Rosewood Klismos Library Chairs of outstanding quality and design which certainly suggests the work of the eminent George Oakley. The naturally patinated timber being contrasted with the addition of super gilt metal mounts to the backs - frieze and to the tops of the well drawn sabre legs. A beautiful pair of unusual chairs - while being of highly decorative value would certainly enhance any serious collection. Provenance Private Collection Hertfordshire UK Literature: English Furniture 1660-1845 Dictionary of English Furniture 1952 Furniture History 1966 Regency Furniture Francis Collard for Description of Oakley Particular Style
Styles / Movements	Regency, Traditional
Incollect Reference Number	327195