As astonishing and quirky a chair as you are ever likely to have the opportunity to buy ! And the most original of it's type that we have ever seen ! Still in it's original fabric, complete with headrest, and all of the trays/book supports which are often missing. All castors as they should be.
I would encourage the next owner to commission us to have the oak/mahogany frame and leg rest gently cleaned and repolished before we undertake the reupholstery. It may be possible to find an appropriate fabric to replace that which is showing it's age now, or leather would be a fine option.
An image of the fully restored chair has been included.
A musuem quality "Nest for a Rest", as described by J Foot & Son, themselves.
Feb '16: now SOLD