probably British, 19th century: a mahogany example in the style of Pugin with pointed arched pierced back and pierced trestle-form base, 44 in., [good condition, chip and repair at one front corner, repair at one back leg, lacking one wooden button;] the other carved oak, pierced back and barley twist legs, [iron braces at back, crack and separation at seat,] 35 in., both with typical wear and abrasions. Provenance: Richmond, Virginia Private Collection both with typical wear and abrasions