19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Valet Chair gentleman His approach was simple: create

His approach was simple: create original art cheap enough that every family in America could own a piece

Chairs of this type were produced by numerous cabinetmakers and furniture firms during the Victorian period

While the maker is unknown it is believed that this decoy originated during 1920

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

19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Valet Chair gentleman His approach was simple: createExceptionally 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