(illustration 309) from Heveningham Hall
Martin’s Lane Syndicate
The subtle beauty of these tables resides in their exceptional timber and the fine quality tulipwood inlay
This furniture has been attributed to Thomas Chippendale the Younger by Lucy Wood (see Furniture History 2011
English brass production boomed in the 18th century with developments in the smelting of zinc
Mahogany Gainsborough Open Armchair white painted (illustration 309) from Heveningham HallMahogany open armchair of generous proportions, attributed to John Cobb and or the St. Martins Lane Syndicate. With upholstered seat and back, the back having an unusual bombe shape with padded arms and carved show wood supports, the seat supported by four carved cabriole legs. Circa 1755. Similar examples, Lot 189, Christies NY, 12 15 15, Christies London, 11 29 01, Lot 90, Christies London, 4 19 01, Lot 60) show related traits to this example. Ht.