A well-proportioned pair of English Regency armchairs crafted in faux bamboo, reflecting the early 19th-century English fascination with chinoiserie and light, architectural forms.
Each chair features a gently curved wraparound back with evenly spaced turned spindle supports, flowing into rounded arms that meet squared front uprights. The legs and stretchers are carved to simulate bamboo nodes and are joined by an X-form stretcher, adding both structural stability and visual rhythm. The construction is refined without feeling delicate.
The original cane seats remain intact and visible beneath removable upholstered cushions. With the cushions in place, the seat height measures 19 inches; without them, the cane seat measures 16.5 inches high. Overall dimensions are 22 inches wide, 17.5 inches deep, and 32.5 inches high.
The warm honey-toned finish has developed a natural patina consistent with age, with light surface wear that enhances rather than distracts. These chairs work comfortably in a breakfast room, library, bedroom, or as occasional seating in a layered interior.
Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)
Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)
Depth: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)