odd looking chair

[rcjrlc]

I have purchased this chair would like to know what type chair it is an how old it is made of pine in the back has a cup holder Thanks for any help

 

[allan]

DO you have a picture of the bottom ? that may help date it

 

[creskol]

Don't know if it is the proper name for it, but I have seen chairs of similar character referred to as Cobbler's Chairs. On yours, those pull-out trays with the cups would have held brads.

 

[kuger]

I thought possibly cockfighting chair,but I dont think its old enough?
http://www.hylandgranby.com/marine_antiques_paintings_details.asp?itemID=F00472
http://www.buffaloah.com/f/glos/chairs/cock/cock.html
I think Creskol nailed it!!

 

[allan]

I do also , no need for that picture now