Pair of American Rococo Revival Laminated Rosewood Sidechairs in the "Hawkins" Pattern, third quarter 19th century, attributed to J. & J. W. Meeks, New York, each with a floral- and foliate-carved crest flanked by a pierced field depicting grapes, leaves and vines, and centered by an upholstered chairback, with a round seat over a conforming carved apron and cabriole legs, h. 43".

Both are in excellent condition. one has a chip to the right leaf on the center of the crest. The laminations are tight and the frames sturdy. Both with an old professional refinish and exhibiting good rich color.