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<p>[QUOTE="Jeff Drum, post: 1884088, member: 6444"]I agree that this chair does not look period, and was almost certainly made in the 20th century as a reproduction of early American furniture. If you are sure it is a reproduction, then there is no loss to remove and replace the seat. Making it comfortable is highest priority.</p><p><br /></p><p>In style, this is an early 18th century William and Mary banister back armchair. Original period examples can be found in the Met and other museums. Similar were made in England and America; this one is closer to American in style.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Jeff Drum, post: 1884088, member: 6444"]I agree that this chair does not look period, and was almost certainly made in the 20th century as a reproduction of early American furniture. If you are sure it is a reproduction, then there is no loss to remove and replace the seat. Making it comfortable is highest priority. In style, this is an early 18th century William and Mary banister back armchair. Original period examples can be found in the Met and other museums. Similar were made in England and America; this one is closer to American in style.[/QUOTE]
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