Early 20th Century Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Stool

Early 20th Century Black Lacquer Chinoiserie StoolA superb early 20th century black lacquer Chinoiserie stool or bench, covered in cotton chintz Mortefontaine from Pierre Frey Le Manach collection. England, circa 1900 1920. Why we like it Decorative yet understated, this stool combines smart Georgian design with elegant chinoiserie detailing in an unexpectedly harmonious way. Dimensions Height: 19 in 48 cm Width: 18 in 45. 5 cm Depth: 15. 25 in 39 cm Condition Ready for placement and immediate use.

in the manner of George Bullock

menuisiers

Sir Philip and Lady Haldin

For a closely related open armchair possibly from the same workshop

formerly in the collection of Walter P

while an exquisite handle and escutcheon complete the appearance

Width (widest): 24

The open beech showframe

marqueterie

The mahogany is of splendid figuring and pleasing mellow colour

terminating in finely detailed claw-and-ball feet

its almost sculptural quality of the back and legs lends this model an immense lightness and elegance