Pair of Irish Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs

19th century, each with a foliate-carved crest above an elaborately pierced and interlacing splat, the padded seat above a shaped frieze with central shell carving to three sides, raised on cabriole legs headed by a foliate shield carving and ending in foliate pad feet.
h. 42", w. 25", d. 22"

Provenance: The Estate of Betty T. Brooks, New Orleans, Louisiana.

They are in good condition. The crest rail on one chair is loose where it dowels on to the the back post. No sign of damage or repairs. They retain an old, dark finish. They are of generous proportions, well carved and quite heavy.