19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Valet Chair gentleman A rare crossover artifact of

A rare crossover artifact of cooperage and liquor advertising

The artwork is signed by the artist on the bottom left

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

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

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

19th Century Black Forest Carved Walnut Valet Chair gentleman A rare crossover artifact ofExceptionally 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