Why we like it
A rather unusual design, inspired by the Oriental exoticism, promoted by the Prince Regent’s whimsical confection of the Brighton Pavilion. A wonderfully pretty piece to add a playful accent to a room.
History
The young Prince of Wales (future King George IV) was often described as having a wildly extravagant taste in decorating his palaces. As early as 1801, the Prince had been completely taken by Oriental tastes and began to expand his existing coastal Brighton retreat.
Having been presented a gift of Chinese wallpaper, he ordered a “Chinese Gallery” to display the new paper. The 162-foot long Chinese “passage room” was contrived of painted glass decorated with flowers, insects, fruit and birds. And in 1802, the “Chinese Gallery” was further furnished with “bamboo furniture” – some of Chinese manufacture in bamboo, and others English imitations.
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Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Diameter: 20.48 in (52 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
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Style:Chinoiserie(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:Faux BambooPainted
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Place of Origin:England
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1860
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Ready for placement and immediate use. Newly reupholstered, traces of the original painted decoration to frame, structurally sound and sturdy.
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Seller Location:Richmond, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: LU1781235424602
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