Mahogany William IV Prayer / Ladies Chair (Circa 1840)

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This is an attractive and superb quality antique William IV mahogany upholstered prayer chair, circa 1840.

Summary
• Item Prie Dieu Prayer Chair / Ladies Chair
• Circa 1840
• Period William IV / Early Victorian
• Wood Solid Mahogany
• Shaped arms with pad rests
• “T” bar back
• Fluted carved legs
• Splayed back legs – sign of good quality
• Original brass cup castors
• Upholstered in brown velvet draylon
• Studded brass frame
• Clean upholstery
• Sprung seat
• Very comfortable
• Sought after size

This is an attractive and superb quality antique William IV mahogany upholstered Prie Dieu prayer / ladies chair, circa 1840. This type of chair was normally used in high catholic families. The mahogany chair is upholstered in brown velvet draylon and a brass studded frame. It features a “T” bar back, lovely shaped arms with padded rests. The chair sits on fluted mahogany legs and the original brass cup castors on the front. To the back, there are splayed legs – a sign of good quality. The four legs sit on the original brass castors. The seat is fully sprung and is extremely comfortable. This is also a sought after chair size.

This item would certainly grace any home. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Dimensions:
External Height 105.5cm or 3’ 5½”
External Width 50cm or 1’ 7¾”
External Depth 65cm or 2’ 1½”
Arm Height 65cm or 2’ 1½”
Seat Height 43cm or 1’ 5”
Seat Width 44cm or 1’ 5¼”
Seat Depth 43cm or 1’ 5”

Condition Report:
In very good condition commensurate with age. There are no marks or wear to the upholstery it is very clean. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. There are no breaks or repairs to the chair. Free of wood worm, solid in joint and ready to use.

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