Provenance: Belvoir Castle

The 19th century frame with gilt wood slips and a lightly distressed mirror plate

Benzoni was much favoured by Russian aristocrats and also executed architectural sculptures for the Imperial Theatre

He developed the Park

H:220 W:123 D:60 CM

A late 19th Century Howard & Sons Harley Armchair Models Provenance: Belvoir CastleA Harley armchair by Howard & Sons. Mahogany square tapering legs with maker's stamp and serial number, factory brass castor, original H&S monogrammed ticking with period patch repairs. Substantial down filled cushion, supremely comfortable. Circa 1900. Height 34. 75in (88cm) Width 30. 25in (77cm). Depth 41. 75in (106cm). Seat height 21in (53cm). Seat depth 30in (76cm). Seat width 19. 25in (49cm).