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.
Origin:
Taiwan
Creator:
Brand: Thomasville; Styled After: Brighton Pavilion
Materials & Techniques:
Bamboo, Caning, Rattan
Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
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.
Origin:
Taiwan
Creator:
Brand: Thomasville; Styled After: Brighton Pavilion
Materials & Techniques:
Bamboo, Caning, Rattan
Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
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%
Dimensions
32.5 x 22 x 22 in
1970's Brighton Pavillion Chinoiserie Tiger Bamboo Rattan Cane Armchair by Thomasville
Estimate $500-$1,490
Starting Price
$240
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The August Collection I
Aug 14, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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