Pair of English 19th Century Folding Campaign Chairs
$2,275.00
SKU: 1689-9
Dimension: 34.75"H x 23"W x 19.5"D
Dimensions: 34 3/4″ H x 23″ W x 19 1/2″ D
A magnificent pair of folding campaign chairs, made in England circa 1870. The mahogany frame has been expertly carved to mimic bamboo chutes, as Chinoiserie was all the rage in England at the time. The chairs would have been used in many of the countless British military campaigns that were occurring across the globe by officers in their tents. Their portable nature lends them to this on-the-go lifestyle. The seats and backs are made of leather with the arms being loose straps of leather fashioned to the seatback and fronts with brass hardware. Turned finials cap the chairs’ supports, embellished with brass. Each chair has a seat height of 18-½”.
Out of stock
Looking for something similar?
About
Dimensions: 34 3/4″ H x 23″ W x 19 1/2″ D
A magnificent pair of folding campaign chairs, made in England circa 1870. The mahogany frame has been expertly carved to mimic bamboo chutes, as Chinoiserie was all the rage in England at the time. The chairs would have been used in many of the countless British military campaigns that were occurring across the globe by officers in their tents. Their portable nature lends them to this on-the-go lifestyle. The seats and backs are made of leather with the arms being loose straps of leather fashioned to the seatback and fronts with brass hardware. Turned finials cap the chairs’ supports, embellished with brass. Each chair has a seat height of 18-½”.
Details
Additional information
| Dimensions | 19.5 × 23 × 34.75 in |
|---|
Related Products
English 19th Century Solid Turned Oak Stool
$875.0017.75"H x 11"W x 11"D
Dimensions: 17 ¾” H x 11” W x 11” D
English, late 19th century (circa 1870) solid oak stool with beautiful color and turned carvings to use this handsome design anywhere. At just under 18” it is a natural height as an occasional seat, footstool, or side table. The circular top is carved with a shallow well in the center for comfort, rising on beautifully turned wood legs accented with rings and swells for an eye-catching silhouette. Cleaned, tightened, and polished with a French paste wax, ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see more.
English Pitch Pine Clover Stool Circa 1920
$425.0019.25"H x 12"W x 11.50"D
Dimensions: 19 ¼” H x 12” W x 11 ½” D
Charming folk art stool from England, circa 1920 with a clover (or trefoil) design piercing the seat. The roughly square top overhangs an intriguing swelled apron carved to a rolling wave and notch at the center. Simple, square legs are braced with stretchers to bear the weight for a delightful occasional table or an extra chair. Gently cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.
Swedish Pair of Louis XVI Style Stools Late 19th Century
$2,995.0017.50"H x 17.25"W x 15.50"D
Dimensions: 17 ½” H x 17 ¼” W x 15 ½” D
Fabulous pair of late 19th century Swedish Gustavian stools featuring the regal motifs of Louis XVI, toned down by the painted white frames. Firm but comfortable seats are presently upholstered in a gorgeous striped material of alternating gold and ivory bands over a natural filling (probably horse hair). At roughly chair height, these could be placed anywhere in the home for extra seating or footstools. Around the apron of the seat is a line of gilded molding punctuated by gilded rosettes at the corners. Tapering feet carved with a foliate theme on the upper half narrow toward the floor with fluted carvings that have been accented in gilt. Please view the detailed images to see more as they are an important part of the product description. Sold as a pair only.
Swedish Biedermeier Style Pair of Carved Birch Armchairs
$2,500.0033.75"H x 22.88"W x 22.50"D
Dimensions: 33 ¾” H x 22 ⅞” W x 22 ½” D
A unique pair of Swedish late 19th century/early 20th century carved birch armchairs, the style would best be described as Biedermeier hence the beautiful blonde wood frames with Neoclassical profile and saber legs that would fit with nearly all traditional to contemporary decorating styles. The upper handrails are carved with a highly technical twisted effect flanked by turned rings as the only decorative flourish on the otherwise restrained yet elegant design. Currently the seats are upholstered in a very worn, satin material of alternating stripes in sage-green and ivory which complements the luminous frame. At 18” seat height they easily adapt for dining or as occasional chairs in a living room setting. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair only.
Seat height: 18”
Swedish Circa 1900 Pair of Carved Birch Benches
$2,200.0024"H x 24.75"W x 13.75"D
Dimensions: 24” H x 24 ¾” W x 13 ¾” D
Delightful pair of Swedish late 19th century/early 20th century carved birch benches with upholstered seats. The style would best be described as Biedermeier, hence the beautiful blonde wood frames with Neoclassical arms and saber legs that would fit with nearly all traditional to contemporary decorating styles. The upper rod of the arms are carved with a highly technical twisted effect like a handle, flanked by turned rings as the only decorative flourish on the otherwise restrained yet elegant design. Currently the seats are upholstered in a worn, satin material of alternating stripes in sage-green and ivory which complements the luminous frame. At 17” seat height they are easily adaptable as a vanity bench, footstools, and more. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair only.
Seat height: 17”
French 19th Century Directoire Fauteuil
$2,800.0034.50"H x 21"W x 21.25"D
Dimensions: 34 ½” H x 21” W x 21 ¼” D
A majestic French 19th century Directoire fauteuil armchair in charming patinated finish that reveals at least three layers of different colors painted over the carved wood frame. The most recent color is a pale, buttery cream, blending with a stone gray, and where those have chipped off a pastel turquoise is exposed. Currently the upholstery is a linen or linen-blend hopsack in tan, outlined by a nailhead trim. A seat cushion is removable for easy maintenance which is in worn but good condition to continue using. Small rosettes decorate the arms and junction of the legs which have fine, turned rings to accentuate their svelte profile. It appears a crack on the chair’s right arm was professionally repaired, which is almost imperceptible under the textured paint. Please view all the detailed images to see the current condition as they are an important part of the product description.
Seat height: 19 ½”
Arm height: 24 ½”
Swedish Biedermeier 19th Century Birch Armchairs
$3,200.0032.25"H x 21.63"W x 19.63"D
Dimensions: 32 ¼” H x 21 ⅝” W x 19 ⅝” D
A pair of Swedish Biedermeier armchairs from circa 1820 in birch that expresses the most extraordinary patterns (which occur naturally in the wood) but have been revealed by the skilled hand of the artisan. The rather square and restrained profile of the chairs is contrasted by the lyre represented on the splat, which incorporates thin metal rods as the “strings” for the instrument. Seats are currently upholstered in a heavyweight twill material of complementary faded brick tone that is in worn condition but acceptable to continue using. They are a natural seat height for dining, and generous in scale to incorporate as occasional chairs for a living room setting. Wood frames have been gently cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to maintain the natural luster. Please view all the detailed images to see the current condition as they are an important part of the product description. Sold as a pair only.
Seat height: 18 ½”
Arm height: 25 ½”
Swedish 19th Century Carved Oak Dining Chairs – Set of Six
$2,995.0034.50"H x 19"W x 18"D
Dimensions: 34 ½” H x 19” W x 18” D
A fabulous set of carved oak Biedermeier-style chairs from Sweden, early 19th century, with soft cut-velvet seats to enhance the sense of refinement the period is known for. The curvaceous pierced back splat exhibits an openwork (stylized) palmette design below a thick upper rail carved with a diamond shape that is emphasized by natural darkening of the wood. The sage-green upholstery retains a luxurious and inviting touch (although a bit worn in places) both to the hand as well as when seated for dining and used around a game table. Internal structure remains firm and supportive. Note how the regal fleur-de-lis motif in the fabric has a rose-gold shimmer under certain lighting that looks celebratory for any occasion. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a set of six only.
Seat height: 19 ¼”
French Vintage Set of Six Rush Seat Oak Dining Chairs
Original price was: $2,495.00.$1,995.00Current price is: $1,995.00.38.38"H x 18.50"W x 17"D
Dimensions: 38 ⅜” H x 18 ½” W x 17” D
Set of six (6) vintage Louis XV style dining chairs with beautiful carvings to round out the ladder-backs of each woven rush seat. Handcrafted from solid oak frames, this inviting set dates to circa 1940 but the iconic Provincial/Provençal silhouette would have origins going back to the 18th century. Each chair is decorated with a shell motif on the crest rail–repeated again on the apron–underscored by the curvaceous qualities of the ladder and cabriole front legs. Original woven rush seats inset in the frame are in good-to fair-condition, contributing their own organic qualities to the overall effect of a chair design that is at once regal and relaxed. Note that the seats are removable to make repairs or switch them out with upholstery to suit one’s tastes and décor. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a set of six.
Seat height: 18” H
French Vintage Set of 8 Rush Seat Oak Dining Chairs
Original price was: $2,995.00.$2,495.00Current price is: $2,495.00.38.38"H x 18.50"W x 17"D
Dimensions: 38 ⅜” H x 18 ½” W x 17” D
Set of eight (8) vintage Louis XV style dining chairs with beautiful carvings to round out the ladder-backs of each woven rush seat. Handcrafted from solid oak frames, this inviting set dates to circa 1940 but the iconic Provincial/Provençal silhouette would have origins going back to the 18th century. Each chair is decorated with a shell motif on the crest rail–repeated again on the apron–underscored by the curvaceous qualities of the ladder and cabriole front legs. Original woven rush seats inset in the frame are in good-to-fair condition, contributing their own organic qualities to the overall effect of a chair design that is at once regal and relaxed. Note that the seats are removable to make repairs or switch them out with upholstery to suit one’s tastes and décor. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a set of eight.
Seat height: 18” H
French Vintage Neoclassical Curule Stool
$975.0017"H x 18"W x 16"D
Dimensions: 17” H x 18” W x 16” D
A French vintage rectangular footstool with curule-form base to reference Neoclassical style and yet still look timeless for any interior. Perfect to use as a small bench or vanity stool, the seat is currently dressed in a pale beige-pink velvet accented by a nailhead trim that is in fair condition. The curule base of half-circle legs carved from beech wood is punctuated by a turned wood rosette at the end of a stretcher. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.
English Set of Four Mahogany and Leather Top Footstools
$4,500.0018.25"H x 16.50"W x 16.50"D
Dimensions: 18 ¼” H x 16 ½” W x 16 ½” D
A very handsome set of four mahogany footstools from England circa 1900, on Queen Anne style cabriole legs supporting the removable upholstered seats of chocolate brown leather (with red-codovan undertones). This versatile set is adaptable to many uses: as extra seats, foot stools, or a table when paired with a tray! They have been gently cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to be ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see more as the leather seats exhibit scratches and other signs of use. Sold as a set of four.
French 19th Century Restauration Fruitwood Settee
$4,995.0038"H x 69.88"W x 25"D
Dimensions: 38” H x 69 ⅞” W x 25” D
French Restauration period (19th century) settee that is of reassuring proportions to become a regular spot for conversation and relaxation in a living room, library, or office. A pair of scrolled arms coiled to volutes enclose the sheltering interior with a tall, tightly upholstered seat back above a single bench cushion. These qualities would also make this adaptable to a banquette for an eat-in kitchen/breakfast nook. The current upholstery is a fantastic jacquard of botanical theme in a muted, pastel color palette that is in fair condition–please view the image gallery to see more. A total of seven legs support the mass of the sofa while keeping the effect light and elevated for any occasion. The fruitwood frame has been gently cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to maintain its natural glow, please view the detailed images as they are an essential part of the product description.
German Pair of 19th Century Biedermeier Chairs
$1,255.0033"H x 19.50"W x 17.50"D
Dimensions: 33” H x 19 ½” W x 17 ½” D
A restrained pair of German Biedermeier side chairs of circa 1820 in that timeless combination of blonde wood and ebonized accents. The upper handrails have an architectural profile with a gentle curve and a line of ebonized pinstripe. A central splat, shaped to resemble a lyre, is topped with a panel of birds eye maple over three ebonized lines to suggest the strings of the musical instrument. Currently the seat upholstery is a plain black twill fabric that is worn but acceptable to continue using as the internal structure remains firm and comfortable. Joining the squared, tapered legs is a rather unusual crossed stretcher of thin strips that have been gracefully shaped. The wood frames have been gently cleaned and polished to reveal the natural luminosity and are ready to join your interior. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair.
Seat height: 19”
Pair of Danish Biedermeier Armchairs
$3,200.0036.25"H x 23.50"W x 21"D
Dimensions: 36 ¼” H x 23 ½” W x 21” D
Danish, early 20th century pair of Biedermeier armchairs made during the reign of Christian X (1912-1947). The chair frames are crafted from satin birch with natural luminosity like gold to shimmer in the light, revealing fine grain patterns. A carved backrest incorporates the familiar “shovel” design of early Viennese Biedermeier chairs in a gently arching shape ending in exaggerated lobes, finished on the underside by a half-circle fan including angular ridges of a stylized scallop shell. Resembling a fauteuil, the graceful arms of the chair project forward in a gentle slope before curling inward. The front legs rise above the seat and are crowned with ebonized spheres where they intersect with the arms. Current upholstery of a cream and sage green striped sateen material is in fair condition showing a few stains but would be acceptable to continue using. Note the wood has been gently cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to reveal its brilliance. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a pair.
Seat height: 17”
Arm height (midpoint): 25 ½”
English 18th Century Oak Storage Bench
$2,995.0019.50"H x 53.38"W x 14"D
Dimensions: 19 ½” H x 53 ⅜” W x 14” D
A charming English oak storage bench from circa 1730. However primitive in construction, such an uncomplicated design is what makes it versatile for an entryway, hall, or mudroom. One could even use it as a traditional “footlocker”, that is a trunk placed at the end of a bed. Lift the narrow lid on the top and one finds a deep and wide storage compartment. Note the presence of two iron locks still intact but neither key is present. Side planks with triangular notches cut out (to suggest feet) elevate the trunk from the floor. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax–ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see more.
French 19th Century Set of Six Carved Oak Dining Chairs
$2,400.0035.25"H x 18"W x 18"D
Dimensions: 35 ¼” H x 18” W x 18” D
French, 19th century set of six (6) carved oak armless dining chairs which are complemented by a soft, pale green velvet upholstery. These comfortable chairs are more Transitional in style than a singular period or reign, which gives them a timeless quality to blend in a range of decorating tastes. Upholstery in a thick, velvety material characterized by a shadow-stripe is in good (antique) condition that is still firm and supportive. Squared seat backs and seats are outlined in a nailhead trim for complementary texture. Handsome turned legs function as a decorative counterpoint and solid foundation to withstand continued use. Cleaned and tightened, ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a set of six.
Seat height: 18 ½”
Austrian 19th Century Set of Four Biedermeier Chairs
$2,850.0034.75"H x 17.50"W x 17.50"D
Dimensions: 34 ¾” H x 17 ½” W x 17 ½” D
An extraordinary group of four Biedermeier walnut “shovel chairs” in the style of Josef Danhauser (Vienna, Austria) circa 1815. Each chair features an exaggerated, curled backrest in walnut veneer featuring exotic grain patterns that symbolize the distinctive taste of the Biedermeier period. Each backrest is ebonized around the edge for a dramatic contrast to the amber-gold tones of the frame. Evidence of spalting within some of the maple frames is another naturally occurring phenomenon that adds further visual interest to the ensemble. The seats appear to be more recently upholstered in a striped fabric of gold with tiny white dots, offering both comfort and another element of refinement. Note the cushions are removable, facilitating easy maintenance or future reupholstery. Sturdy chair bases feature clean-lined flat legs on the front and slightly sabered legs to the back. They have been cleaned, tightened, and polished with a French paste wax–ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a set of four.
Seat height: 18 ½” to the crown
Swedish Empire Painted Parcel Gilt Settee
$6,800.0033.25"H x 79"W x 28.75"D
Dimensions: 33 ¼” H x 79” W x 28 ¾” D
A glamorous Swedish Empire style settee from the early 19th century (circa 1820) as a painted wood frame sheltering the fully upholstered interior of a single bench cushion, three back cushions, and two bolsters. The gondola-like frame (angled outward to be welcoming and luxurious) is painted a smooth, cream-white, accented by Neoclassical appliqués in parcel gilt such as anthemion and scrolled designs. Carved, gilded feet that appear to be a trophy from some ferocious animal elevate the settee as one final detail to exhibit the craft and imagination behind such a creation. Note the current upholstery of a plain muslin is meant to be temporary until its next home where a more fitting material can be selected. The backside is presently unfinished therefore should be placed against a wall. Please view the detailed images to see more of this comfortable and inviting settee.
Seat height: 17 ¼”
Seat depth: 22”
Swedish 19th Century Painted and Parcel Gilt Settee
$6,200.0032.50"H x 57.13"W x 23.38"D
Dimensions: 32 ½” H x 57 ⅛” W x 23 ⅜” D
Swedish 19th Century Louis XVI/Gustavian settee featuring a painted, parcel gilt frame and gorgeous upholstery of alternating ivory and gold stripes. Note that the fabric is worn but totally acceptable to continue using if it should match one’s taste or décor. As typical of Gustavian antiques, the wood structure is painted a shade of pale gray like sea mist that is enlivened with a “running coin” motif carved into the trim, enhanced by gilt. The sheltering seat interior is tightly upholstered across the back and arms with two square, loose seat cushions for easy maintenance. The down-wrapped cushions remain plush and very comfortable to relax or converse. Fluted, tapering legs (classic Louis XVI) elevate the seat from the floor to have a regal presence in any room while keeping a relaxed atmosphere. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition; loss of paint as expected from time and use.
Seat height: 21” to the crown
French 19th Century Set of Ten Os de Mouton Dining Chairs
$8,795.0044.25"H x 23.25"W x 26"D
Dimensions: 44 ¼” H x 23 ¼” W x 26” D
A suite of ten dining chairs from 19th century France composed of (8) side chairs and (2) armchairs all upholstered in a needlepoint material inspired by Verdure tapestry. Thick, oak frames have been carved and shaped to the iconic “Os de Mouton” profile like mutton bones–a biomorphic silhouette that pairs nicely with the lush foliate imagery in the textile. The fabric is rendered in muted tones of sage, gray, and khaki for subtle contrast between the overlapping canopy of tree limbs. Seats are accented with a large nailhead trim for textural contrast. Generous in scale and very comfortable for dining, the timeless style would not be out of place in more professional settings. Note the wood frames have been cleaned and gently refinished to preserve their historic character. The upholstery is in good condition, there is some wear to the fabric on some of the chair seats. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a set of ten only.
Armchair Dimensions: 44 ¼” H x 23 ¼” W x 26” D
Sidechair Dimensions: 44 ¼” H x 20” W x 20” D
Seat height: 18 ½”-19”
Set of Three 19th Century French Mahogany Side Chairs
$1,800.0034"H x 19"W x 18"D
Dimensions: 34” H x 19” W x 18” D
An exceptional trio of 19th century French mahogany armless chairs with qualities of both English Regency and Biedermeier furniture to be timeless additions to any interior. The chair frames have been recently refinished to preserve the stunning color and grain patterns of the mahogany, leaving behind a natural, smooth texture to appreciate every nuance of the wood. New upholstery in a tightly woven material featuring reeded bands of dark blue and gold, complemented by a blue gimp braided trim for definition between the seat and legs. At over 19” to the crown of the seat, these chairs have a comfortable firmness and formality to dine, play games, or use in more professional settings. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a set of three.
Seat height: 19 ¾”
French 19th Century Pair of Velvet and Fringed Parlor Chairs
Original price was: $2,500.00.$1,995.00Current price is: $1,995.00.31.38"H x 29.50"W x 30"D
Dimensions: 31 ⅜” H x 29 ½” W x 30” D
A delightful pair of 19th century French Empire/Napoleon III style “crapaud” chairs that are affectionately named after their resemblance to a toad but in the current vermilion velvet upholstery the effect is a bit more fabulous than amphibious. These examples have a low profile with rounded back–like a tub chair–complete with rolled arms and matching bullion fringe skirting the floor. As a pair they dress up any seating area, creating a cozy and inviting spot to converse or relax in an air of French luxury & sophistication. Internal stuffing remains a comfortable firmness, however there are several areas of wear to the fabric. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a pair.
Seat height: 15 ½”
Arm height: 21”
French 19th Century Pair of Louis XV Style Bergeres
$3,995.0033"H x 27.50"W x 29"D
Dimensions: 33” H x 27 ½” W x 29” D
A luxurious and inviting pair of 19th century French Louis XV style carved oak bergeres with olive-gold cut velvet upholstery. The ivory-tone painted wood frames have worn in areas to expose the grain underneath, carved in all those sinuous lines typical of the Louis XV taste, complementing the expressive Damask floral and foliate patterns woven in the upholstery for a tactile experience all around. The comfortable seat interior, using removable seat cushions, is soft and deep to read or lounge, balanced on dainty cabriole legs accented with escargot feet at the floor. Note that some of the piping has come loose, a few nailheads missing, and fabric is abraded which in no way affects the comfort. Please view the detailed images to see the current conditions of these gorgeous bergeres. Sold as a pair only.
Seat height: 17”
Seat Depth: 21”
French Pair of Period Directoire Side Chairs
$1,895.0033.50"H x 17.63"W x 16"D
Dimensions: 33 ½” H x 17 ⅝” W x 16” D
A regal pair of French side chairs from the Directoire period (circa 1795-1800). The chairs have chalk-white painted frames now patinated to fine craquelure texture softening the symbolic, Neoclassical imagery carved in the back. Within the thick handrail one sees a stylized Greco-Roman urn framed by a diamond-shaped outline. In the splat is a (pierced) anthemion motif flanked by columns. Wide, flat seats are currently upholstered in a dark green velvet over natural stuffing. One chair has worn through to expose the horsehair underneath. Slender tapered front legs and sabered back legs have both order and a sense of lightness to fit anywhere. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a pair.
Seat height: 17”
French Midcentury Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs
$2,995.0032.75"H x 18"W x 17.50"D
Dimensions: 32 ¾” H x 18” W x 17 ½” D
French midcentury (circa 1970) set of six dining chairs using cantilevered seats on chrome frames, in the manner of designer Willy Rizzo and Giovanni Offredi. The original upholstery is a chocolate brown suede, now very worn but remains intact, forming a molded seat of continuous seat and seat back. Bauhaus-style chrome frames are minimal in profile, wrapping around the back and sides of the comfortable seats to be open and inviting for all styles of entertaining. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition. Sold as a set of six.
French Midcentury Dining Chairs – Set of 6
$2,495.0031.75"H x 19.25"W x 17"D
Dimensions: 31 ¾” H x 19 ¼” W x 17” D
A funky set of six (6) French dining chairs from circa 1970, easily fitting a Midcentury Modern/Scandinavian taste for gentle curvature that is most importantly both comfortable and inviting. Likely designed by the firm of Baumann, the armless chair frames of beech wood are thick and flat in profile, suspending the backrest at the top and a wide, slightly concave seat in between. What appears to be the original upholstery is a checked velvet of alternating beige and rosy pink that is in worn, but acceptable condition for the age and use. Please view the detailed images to see more. Sold as a set of six.
Seat height: 18”
French Set of Nine Louis XV Style Dining Chairs
$4,500.0037.88"H x 18.50"W x 18.50"D
Dimensions: 37 ⅞” H x 18 ½” W x 18 ½” D
Set of nine French Louis XV style dining chairs (armless side chairs) from the early 20th century. Their curvaceous oak frames outline the upholstered backs and seats carrying the sinuous lines from tip to toe. Note the current fabric of cinnamon-toned twill is very worn, stained and should be replaced to fully enjoy the beautiful proportions of this iconic chair design. A nailhead trim defines the seat from the swells of the chair apron before transitioning into elegant cabriole legs lifted on escargot feet. Seats are 18 ¾” H to the crown. Sold as a set of nine (9) only. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at the quality craftsmanship and current condition.
Pair of English 19th Century Folding Campaign Chairs
Dimensions: 34 3/4″ H x 23″ W x 19 1/2″ D
A magnificent pair of folding campaign chairs, made in England circa 1870. The mahogany frame has been expertly carved to mimic bamboo chutes, as Chinoiserie was all the rage in England at the time. The chairs would have been used in many of the countless British military campaigns that were occurring across the globe by officers in their tents. Their portable nature lends them to this on-the-go lifestyle. The seats and backs are made of leather with the arms being loose straps of leather fashioned to the seatback and fronts with brass hardware. Turned finials cap the chairs’ supports, embellished with brass. Each chair has a seat height of 18-½”.