Pair of smoker's chairs from Esker Monastery, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland. Stools Probably because the male figure

Probably because the male figure has no knees :-)

so I spent many hours and days escaping to Brudenell House

two drop leaves that can be supported by fold-out supports

with 4 shelves over 2 drawers

circa 1930s

Pair of smoker's chairs from Esker Monastery, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland. Stools Probably because the male figureNew to market with excellent provenance slices of history. A pair of Irish smoker's chairs or carvers from Esker Monastery, Athenry, Co. Galway. Great vernacular look, nice colour and patina. Nicely shaped seats, both chairs strong and heavy with no wobbles. Some signs of re gluing of legs in the past, and possible adaption adjustment of the top back rail, but well done. One is slightly taller at the back and the other has slightly wider seat, both