Mahogany Swivel Reading Chair c. 1755 balloon seat These chairs remained in Somerville

These chairs remained in Somerville House for the entire 20th century

a rococo design staple

Of exceptional quality

but that only makes it more of an interesting art object than a mere wassail bowl

Mahogany Swivel Reading Chair c. 1755 balloon seat These chairs remained in SomervilleAn unusual and rare mahogany swivel reading chair with a show wood back rail upholstered on the front side to allow for use to both sit in to use as a desk chair as well as to straddle for reading, having extraordinary and boldly carved acanthus leaf termini on the seat rail, the seat upholstered supported by a large steel frame that is screwed onto a board that sits on a metal support held by the legs. The four carved legs, originally with casters,