A pair of maple and bird's-eye maple armchairs, second quarter 19th century, in the manner of Gillows, with bobbin turned frames overall and beaded capitals to the uprights, the arms stuffed and with removable upholstered back and seat cushions, above the rattan seat panel, on conforming supports and stretchers, 114cm high A Similar model of bobbin turned armchair stamped by the firm of Gillows sold at Christies Living with Design: The Collections of Walter Lees and Mr NC., London, 16 July 2010, lot 347 Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use, The frame appears solid and stable overall, there are some chips and losses, notably near one padded arm The upholstery is later overall, the condition of this reflects the lack of significant age and use The polished surface worn in places such as the ends of the arms from age and use. Condition Report Disclaimer