A very fine pair of early 18th century George I japanned armchairs, in the manner of Giles Grendey. Of generous scale with fine gilt chinoiserie decoration and detailing on a black japanned background, the seat and backs also caned  - the caning of exceptional quality, and with silk damask upholstered fitted cushions. With high rounded backs, impressive outswept scrolled arms, and standing on stretcher united cabriole legs.

One chairs with stamped journey-man's initial 'RP' to the rear seat rail.