06-15-201406-16-2014
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
June 15, 2014 12:00 PMCalender
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Shaker Oak and Maple Bench

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$1,722$1,400
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2731MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: June 15, 2014 12:00PM

Description:

Shaker Oak and Maple Bench, first half 19th century, the rectangular plank top with chamfered lower edge on splayed, turned, swelled, tapering legs, (minor imperfections),ht. 23 7/8, top 22 1/2 x 16 1/4 in.

This is one of a number of sturdy benches that the Andrewses located in their frquent searches through Shaker workshops. The legs on this bench are very subtly turned, with scribe marks highlighting the swells. The legs are mortised into the top and splayed for stability. See Lot 20 in this sale for another example.

Estimate $800-1,200

One of the legs has a small loss on the inside at the bottom.


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