First time I laid eyes on this solid beauty, it was covered in brown and white diamond patterned woven upholstery. Instead of welting on the arms, it had nailhead trim. A substantial piece of furniture that was surprisingly comfortable for napping, drawing, snacking, and visiting with its owner, my Nanny Arnelle.
I inherited it in the 80's and had it clad in ivory striped "satin" -ok, shiny faux satin. It is pictured now in it's third incarnation - a gorgeous muted plaid. At my sister's insistence, I had a solid seat cushion made for it - uber comfortable and tidy-looking. And yes, it sports the ball and claw - de rigeur for chippendale.
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