A stunning 19th century Irish carved mahogany triple chair back settee by Butler of Dublin in the 18th century style, the triple domed crest, above an elaborately carved and interlaced ribbon splat, joined to the padded seat by out scrolling arms which terminate in wonderful lion masks, raised on acanthus carved cabriole legs terminating in ball and claw feet
Circa 1890
Irish
Artists Biography:
Michael Butler, from a family of Dublin cabinetmakers, is recorded at 26, 126 and 127 Upper Abbey Street, between 1885 1903, then as Michael Butler Ltd, Antique Galleries, from the same address between 1904 to 1912. His firm specialized in reproducing Irish 18th Century mahogany furniture. One of Butler’s most prestigious commissions was to furnish the Viceregal Lodge in 1903, in preparation for a state visit. Other patrons of his included the Earl of Abercorn, the Earl and Countess of Coventry, the Countess of Clonmell and the Duke and Duchess of Connaught, who bought furniture for Clarence House.
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Attributed to:Butler’s of Dublin (Cabinetmaker)
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Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 68.9 in (175 cm)Depth: 24.02 in (61 cm)Seat Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)
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Style:Chippendale(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:Mahogany
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Place of Origin:Ireland, Republic of
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1890
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Dublin, IE
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Reference Number:Seller: LU5735241361682
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