Pair of Hepplewhite Painted Open Armchairs, circa 1785 cabriole legs It is likely that the

It is likely that the inspiration for these brackets is French and that they were likely carved by immigrant craftsmen in a non-traditional style as they strongly resemble the carved legs on tables known to be by the emigrant craftsman Louis Le Gaigneur

Circa 1740

it is highly likely that they were part of the same suite as originally made as no other suites

2003 (Lot 55)

Penwork is the process of applying India ink decoration to a japanned surface and the borders and feet are all dichromatic

Pair of Hepplewhite Painted Open Armchairs, circa 1785 cabriole legs It is likely that theA fine pair of Hepplewhite, floral painted, open armchairs having a shaped crest rail over tripartite open splat back with outward scrolled arms standing on square tapered legs, a shaped front rail with a caned seat. Circa 1785. Painting refreshed.