August Americana
Description:
Set of Six Black-painted Ribbon-back Side Chairs, early 19th century, each slat centering a small quatrefoil cutout flanked by tapered piercings, on rush seats and plain double-stretcher bases, old surface, (paint wear and imperfections),ht. 36 3/4, seat ht. 17 3/4 in.
Estimate $600-800
two rush seats replaced, four look old if not original, paint wear primarily to splats and bottoms of legs
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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