Furniture & Works of Art - 11th October 2011

Lot 428

A William IV mahogany open armchair

Estimate £300 - £400 | Hammer £350

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Description

A William IV mahogany open armchair, the padded back, seat and armrests upholstered red leather, on faceted tapering legs and replaced brass caps and castors, the back with an applied brass plaque inscribed 'THIS CHAIR WAS OWNED BY REV. MARTIN JOSEPH ROUTH, D.D. PRESIDENT OF MAGDALEN COLLEGE, OXFORD 1791-1855'.