£90
A George II style oak two-seat settle, 1920s, bearing an ivorine trade label for Arthur Newberry (Cabinet Maker/Upholsterer, Reading) With triple arcaded back over open arms and a solid seat supported by cabriole legs with pad feet. 107 cm long x 52 cm deep x 107 cm high.
Private estate
Arthur Newbery was a well-known high-class cabinet maker and upholsterer in reading and is as famous for his philanthropic works as his craftsmanship. He donated an area of parkland to the people of Reading in 1932 that is still known as Arthur Newbery Park.
Frame a little bit wobbly Corner blocks lose
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