Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2513Location: BostonDate / Time: July 10, 2010 10:00AM
Description:
Pair of Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Armchairs, late 19th century, elaborately carved backrest depicting eagles, rocaille and scrolling foliage all flanked by barley-twist supports; padded arms and seat, on barley-twist legs joined by carved stretchers, seat ht. 19, wd. 19, dp. 18 in.
Estimate $300-500
Moderately heavy rubbing and wear to crestings, particularly to eagles; slight chipping to edges and extremities; one finial replaced; some minor water damage; age typical minor wear and defects.