
Description
King George IV created his chinoiserie fantasy of a seaside palace at Brighton in the early nineteenth century. The result was an orientalist pastiche designed by architect John Nash and interior decorator Frederick Crace. Bamboo chairs such as this were used inside and out as flexible seating. Key elements of which were split bamboo frame with "tiger" finish, geometric fretwork, and woven cane seat. This specific piece was created for Thomasville in Taiwan sometime in the 1970s.
Overall measurements are 32.5" high x 22" wide x 22" deep.
Arm Heigh 27.5"
Seat Rise is 19.5".
Seat interior is 19" wide x 16.5" deep.
In very good vintage condition. Structurally sound with normal "dings" and marks commensurate with vintage age/use. Cane seat is tight with no rips, breakage, or issues of note. See photographs for details.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In very good vintage condition. Structurally sound with normal "dings" and marks commensurate with vintage age/use. Cane seat is tight with no rips, breakage, or issues of note. See photos for details.
Dimensions:
Height: 32.5 in.
Width: 22 in.
Depth: 22 in.
Category: Side Chairs
Origin: Taiwan
Materials: Bamboo, Caning, Rattan
Creator: Brand: Thomasville; Styled After: Brighton Pavilion
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Overall measurements are 32.5" high x 22" wide x 22" deep.
Arm Heigh 27.5"
Seat Rise is 19.5".
Seat interior is 19" wide x 16.5" deep.
In very good vintage condition. Structurally sound with normal "dings" and marks commensurate with vintage age/use. Cane seat is tight with no rips, breakage, or issues of note. See photographs for details.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In very good vintage condition. Structurally sound with normal "dings" and marks commensurate with vintage age/use. Cane seat is tight with no rips, breakage, or issues of note. See photos for details.
Dimensions:
Height: 32.5 in.
Width: 22 in.
Depth: 22 in.
Category: Side Chairs
Origin: Taiwan
Materials: Bamboo, Caning, Rattan
Creator: Brand: Thomasville; Styled After: Brighton Pavilion
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In very good vintage condition. Structurally sound with normal "dings" and marks commensurate with vintage age/use. Cane seat is tight with no rips, breakage, or issues of note. See photos for details.
Buyer's Premium
20%
1970's Brighton Pavillion Chinoiserie Tiger Bamboo Rattan Cane Armchair by Thomasville
Estimate $500-$1,490
Starting Price
$500
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Mar 20, 2026 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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