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This chair has been in our family for three generations, however l know little or nothing about it. l would be very grateful if one of your experts could give me some advice.

Debbie Ross, Sunderland

Your chair is typically Edwardian, with a hint of Chippendale, and dates from c1915–1920. Judging by the wear to the arms it is very likely to be made of stained beech. The seat is Rexine rather than leather, more frequently seen on desk chairs – it might originally have had a

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