AMERICAN UPHOLSTERED WING CHAIR
PINE, MAPLE & WALNUT
PHILADELPHIA, c. 1740-50
- Retains remains of original rush under upholstery on wings. When received for restoration front legs were missing and rear legs had been cut down 2 inches.
- Restoration included making and carving period correct front legs and knee blocks, conservation of seat frame rails (later supports removed).
- Addition of upholsterers bars, structural repairs, grafting new material and carving to the rear legs.
