04-09-201104-09-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2542BBoston
April 9, 2011 10:00 AMCalender
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George III Hepplewhite-style Carved Mahogany "Prince of Wales" Child's Side Chair

Sell one like this
$830$700
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2542BLocation: BostonDate / Time: April 09, 2011 10:00AM

Description:

George III Hepplewhite-style Carved Mahogany "Prince of Wales" Child's Side Chair, late 19th century, the oval backrest with splat in the form of the Prince of Wales plumes, overupholstered seat, and square tapered legs ending in spade feet, seat ht. 14 in.

N.B. Chair purportedly purchased by the Guenther Family of Baltimore during an auction of Jerome Bonaparte's (1784-1860) estate.
Estimate $100-200

seat rail stamped "Made in England," joint in wrong place to be 18th century, repaired breaks to backrest and splat, small nicks and chips

Keywords

Wales, Guenther Family of Baltimore, Jerome Bonaparte, United Kingdom