Metamorphic Regency Style Mahogany Library Chair Console table and crest rail give this

and crest rail give this chair the distinctive Newport flavor

WWII German Waffen SS Sturmgesutz Tank King and Country

probably antedated the other form which is not so contained and is more frequently used

Pair of Mahogany Chippendale Style Chairs with Brass Studded Green Leather 76-071

The rectangular hinged lid reversing to a mirror above a divided well with hinged fold over pin cushion and candle nozzle over a drawer with sliding leather lined writing surface

Metamorphic Regency Style Mahogany Library Chair Console table and crest rail give thisIt is a chair that turns into a stepladder. The perfect mahogany thing so you can reach the books on the top shelf of your library or replace a bulb in the lamp. Regency style carved mahogany and burlwood metamorphic library chair, late 20th c., opening to four step ladder, having curved back rails, volute scroll arms, padded leather seat, rising on tapered legs, closed chair: approx 35. 5"h, 23. 75"w, 21"d, open steps: approx 29. 25"h, 22. 25"w, 36"d