19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Valet Chair gentleman Large Chesterfield wingback chair upholstered

Large Chesterfield wingback chair upholstered in tufted brown vinyl over a hardwood frame

The artwork is signed by the artist on the bottom left

A rare crossover artifact of cooperage and liquor advertising

providing contrast and visibility for fountain pens or boxed writing instruments

19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Valet Chair gentleman Large Chesterfield wingback chair upholsteredExceptionally decorative Black Forest walnut valet chair combining seating and storage in a highly carved form. The back features deeply carved oak leaves and acorns surrounding an oval hunting scene medallion depicting a stag in a woodland setting. The shaped seat is embellished with contrasting inlaid marquetry, while the cabriole legs and apron display additional floral and foliate carving. Unusually, the crest rail incorporates a hinged lift top