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RARE SET OF SIX GEORGIAN SGABELLO HALL CHAIRS - SEATS

Offered by: Michael Lipitch Ltd

Description
RARE SET OF SIX GEORGIAN SGABELLO HALL CHAIRS - SEATS
ENGLISH CIRCA 1745

" Rare and complete set of English Georgian Mahogany Sgabello Hall Chairs - Seats " English Circa 1745 having the most exceptional natural patinated surface .

The " Sgabello " seat originally from Rennaisance Italy would normally have been heavily carved and often partly painted with flora and armorial designs had been adapted in the early eighteenth century to suit the English fashion and taste .

Referenced in Chippendale`s Director - many of the leading designers including Gillows Lancaster - William Kent - Sheraton and numerous others adapted the original design to their particular nuanced style .

It is worth noting examples of the English Sgabello can be observed at many of our great houses - including the noted Dumfries House .

Dimensions.......Width 48 cm........Depth 52cm......Height 99 cm....Seat Height 45 cm

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1745
Styles / Movements:	Georgian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	629393

Dimensions

W.	18.9 in;	H.	38.98 in;	D.	20.47 in;
W.	48 cm;	H.	99 cm;	D.	52 cm;

Seat H.	17.72 in;
Seat H.	45 cm;

Message from Seller:

Michael Lipitch established his antiques business in 1960. However, the family name “Lipitch” has been synonymous with the antiques profession for one hundred years. The company aims to provide collectors, museums and designers an opportunity to utilise the experience of an established expert in 17th, 18th & 19th century antiques. All pieces are personally selected by Michael, with authenticity, provenance, rarity, original colour and patination being of upmost importance.