37 - HULBE Georg (1851–1917)

HULBE Georg (1851–1917) Mahogany office chair with a semicircular backrest that curves downward to form the armrests. The headrest and circular seat are upholstered in embossed and polychrome leather with gold and silver highlights, featuring a water lily motif on a stylized water background. The central headrest is carved with a water lily flower and a leaf. Curved, fluted legs (shows signs of use and wear on the leather). Circa 1890–1900 H 78 cm – W 58.5 cm – D 44 cm. - Bibliography: Theodor Krauth and Franz Sales Meyer, *Die gesamte Möbelschreinerei*, Leipzig, E. A. Seemann, 1902, 4th edition, vol. I, p. 223.