Why You’ll Love It
A superbly carved, museum-quality Chippendale ribbon-back armchair, meticulously handcrafted from wood and upholstered in fine silk by the legendary British master miniaturist and IGMA Fellow Mark Gooch. The center backrest features a spectacular, hand-carved "ribbon-back" pattern, one of Thomas Chippendale's most difficult designs. It realistically replicates intertwined silk ribbons tied in a central knot. Designed with a classic yoke-shaped crest rail ending in out-scrolled ears, centered by a crisp, hand-carved shell motif. The front legs feature graceful S-curves ornamented with carved acanthus knees, tapering down into perfectly executed ball-and-claw feet. The front seat rail is decorated with a matching central shell carving, mirroring the crest rail above. The drop-in seat cushion is tightly wrapped in a pristine, cream-colored silk fabric with a subtle, fine-grained texture.
One of a matching pair available from this collection, please see our other listings for its match.
Perfect for a Georgian drawing room, Chippendale dining room, stately library, formal parlor, or gentleman's study.
Details
Materials: Wood, silk
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3¼" tall x 2⅛" wide
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Mark Gooch
Collection: Part of our Private Collection
Please Note this listing includes: (1) chair only. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
