Set of Six Needlepoint Covered Side Chairs circa 1760 secretaire the bases inset with blue

the bases inset with blue stone lozenges

but that only makes it more of an interesting art object than a mere wassail bowl

Very few full sets survive and it is remarkable that the present table along with the Ham House example have survived in remarkably original condition

English circa 1775

Silver gilding was popular as it resembled solid silver

Set of Six Needlepoint Covered Side Chairs circa 1760 secretaire the bases inset with blueAn unusual set of six needlepoint covered chairs circa 1760 having upholstered seats and backs, the tapered front legs with applied very fine leaf carving, the feet having applied block molding. Gros and petit point wool and silk needlepoint, French 18th century with restoration consistent with age. Ex collection Tom Devenish. Ex Collection Walter Stern sold at Parke Bernet Galleries, March 15, 1941, formerly with carved support brackets. In addition,