Probably New York, circa 1860-1870. Stamped "PJ Hardy NY" on iron seat support brackets. Retaining the original tape straps for arms, and gilded brass mounts in the form of archangels. An interesting mechanical folding chair of particularly high quality. SIZE: 32-1/2" h x 25" w x 28" d. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Wear, soiling, re-upholstery, loss to one applied turn finial top, otherwise very good. 50099-15 DH (400-600)