Attached is a picture of a heavily carved oak desk chair that was built to accomodate a large person which is covered with a unique old upholstery depicting eagles and a cluster of 13 stars. I was told that it was a senate chair which was probably used in one of the older state's capitols, but I have been unable to confirm that fact.
I would appreciate input on who might be the maker of this chair and where it might have been used.
Oak Carved Desk Chair
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Victorian Furniture thread on victorianforum.com · started March 18, 2009 by antiquarian · 3 posts, 1 image attachment · discussion in 2009.
Attached is a picture of a heavily carved oak desk chair that was built to accomodate a large person which is covered with a unique old upholstery depicting eagles and a cluster of 13 stars. I was told that it was a senate chair which was probably used in one of the older…
13 stars would have only been appropriate for June 14, 1777–May 1, 1795. This chair appears to be made around 1900 +/- 10 years. Contacting the curator of the senate might be the way to go for more information. Let us know what they tell you.
http://www.senate.gov/pagelayout/art/one_item_and_teasers/Explore_Senate_Art.htm
http://www.senate.gov/pagelayout/art/one_item_and_teasers/Explore_Senate_Art.htm
That upholstery job is awful. Consider having it done right -- leather and button the entire back. Have a hand-rolled edge applied to the seat. Also, consider having the frame treated. There is obvious wear on it, and it can be cleaned and sealed with no impact to the original finish.