A beautiful set of four late 18th century Hepplewhite shield back chairs. The mahogany frame exhibits moulded profiles and a spiderweb fan at the base of the back splat. The over upholstered seats are covered in antique charcoal horsehair with brass studding in a swag pattern. The rear seat rail of each is inscribed with he honorees from when the set was accessioned by Yale University Art Gallery, Massachusetts, circa 1795.

H 37 in. x W 21.5 in. x D 18 in.

H 93.98 cm x W 54.61 cm x D 45.72 cm

Lovely patina. Small restorations throughout. The chairs retain and antique horsehair covering of two complimentary patterns. One seat cover has a small tear.