PAIR FINELY CARVED OAK NORTH WIND FACE SIDE CHAIRS BY R.J. HORNER OF NYC 1890'S

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PAIR-FINELY CARVED SOLID QUARTERSAWN OAK NORTH WIND FACE SIDE CHAIRS ATTRIBUTED TO R.J. HORNER OF NYC CIRCA LATE 1890'S With exceptional pride we offer you this stunning pair of richly carved Victorian Gothic styled side chair in solid quartersawn oak by R.J. Horner of New York City. These chairs feature robust carvings of North Wind Blowing Faces on their crests flanked by each right & left sided carved columns topped by turned finials. The center of the back of the chairs are framed by oval moldings surrounded with floral carvings and cabachon cartouches. Each chair has carved cabriolet legs with castered front wheels. The chairs have rich tapestry fabric seats accented in decorative brass headed tacts. Each chair has the R.J. Horner trademark curved stretcher base giving them phenominal strength. The original Jute webbing on one of the chairs has partially let go. We just received these remarkable pair of chairs along with the contents from one of the finest Springfield, Massachusetts Grand Tudor Mansions. We are trying to stay ahead of this load by processing as much as we can as quickly as possible. We are immeadiately sending these chairs off to our upholster's shop where they will receive all new jute webbing (ON BOTH CHAIRS-if one has let go the other is likely to shortly as they simply deteriorate after a Century) and all their springs will be re-tied). Something to keep in mind when you are purchasing sets of antique chairs with upholstered seats. You will receive these chairs with completely rebuilt seats which is a firm condition of this sale. They are being delivered to our upholster's shop tonight. She will have them ready for us to pick up within a week. These chairs are absolutely flawless with no breaks or repairs to their frames. They have been part of a home office suites furnishings sitting in the same spots since before World War II. The tapestry fabric seats are in the most exceptional condition appearing to never been used except for decorative purposes. PLEASE READ BAY COLONY ANTIQUES Bay Colony Antiques is a dedicated group of New England antique dealers from Springfield, Massachusetts. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 1920s custom mahogany, Art Deco and mid-century modern antique furniture & decorative arts from across the globe. Our network of contacts and associates reaches across the United States. We strive to make your on-line buying experience as easy and pleasant as possible. If you would like assistance right away please give us a call or Additional product descriptions and photographs are available on our website . If you would like to find out about any number of our services including appraisals and restoration, please ask us about our website for more information. We accept all major credit cards and are delighted to answer any questions that you may have or provide services you may need. ON-LINE SALES Bay Colony Antiques carefully examines each and every item that we offer for sale. Any noteworthy flaw on any product that we offer is disclosed. Please understand that because of the delicate nature of antique furniture every item is subject to reasonable wear and tear. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers to service any antiques on staff. Because we have such a large inventory from our estate liquidation service, we offer a wide array of products for a fraction of other antique services. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. All sales are final, items are sold as is and where is and subject to Massachusetts General Laws. All Massachusetts residents are subject to the 6.25% sales tax. We do not accept returns so please, ask all questions prior to submitting an offer or purchasing. We have a zero tolerance policy for non-paying buyers. Any offer we accept is a binding sale and subject to the conditions herein. SHIPPING & DELIVERIES Bay C... read more

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