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Bergere Chair & Two Side Chairs from Northumberland House

Morel and Hughes, 1823

Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum, Burnley

Bergere, 91.5 x 66. Two side chairs, 88 x 47 cm. Made for the Ante-Room to the Crimson Drawing Room at Northumberland House. Originally formed part of a suite consisting of 4 ottomans, 2 bergeres, 8 side chairs, 8 stools, 2 cheval screens, cabinet and a flower stand.

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Title of artwork, date

Bergere Chair & Two Side Chairs from Northumberland House, 1823

Date supported

1979

Medium and material

Aburra wood

Dimensions

Bergere: 91.5 x 66 cm, Side Chairs: 88x47 cm

Grant

2000

Total cost

18500

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