Antique Campaign Chair, Chinese, Carved, Folding Colonial Seat, Victorian, 1850

This is an antique campaign chair. A Chinese, carved mahogany folding colonial seat, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Superb, decorative campaign chair, with strong 19th century Oriental taste

Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Select stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Ornate carvings accentuate the chair to a high standard of visual appeal

Striking top rail presents a pair of dragons framing a central medallion

Facing outwards, another pair of charming dragons adorn the pierced back rest

Supports and lower rail enthusiastically decorated with carved relief iconography

Shield shaped seat pad with a wide, carved border adds further eye-catching detail

X-frame legs articulate to folding position for ease of movement or storage

Turned baluster stretchers uniting each leg, front and rear

This is a rare and desirably finished antique campaign chair, presenting a wonderful example of 19th century Chinese craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 50.5cm (20'')

Max Depth: 73cm (28.75'')

Max Height: 101.5cm (40'')

Seat Width: 44.5cm (17.5'')

Seat Depth: 46cm (18'')

Seat Height: 42cm (16.5'').

Origin : China
Manufacture Date : Circa 1850
Materials : Wood