Bishops Altar Chair

By bjluetschwager, 15 January, 2010
Description

This is a large carved armchair thought to be from an old church turned in to a residence that my great grandparents owned and lived in. Appears to be amost entirely walnut with many detailed carved accents and some venner parts. Very sturdy and well made with large springs and purple felt like material for the seat covering with metal push pin type accents and lacey trim. Some of the tons of little nails underneath have released and the springs dropped but everything is intact and could easily be repaired. I have had this chair 10 years since my great grandmother passed and would like to learn more about it and how to take care of it.

Any help and information is appreciated.

Brad

Category
Furniture
Medium
I believe the chair is mostly walnut?
Distinguishing marks
Nothing other than the carvings and upholstry
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
2' w, 2''d, 4'h - app.
Date Period
?????
Weight
40 - 50lb
History
My great grandmothers family lived in an old church remodeled in to a home and this chair was their when they arrived in the 1950's. No other info.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
- Gift from Great Grandmother
For Sale?
No
Photos