August Americana
Description:
Brown-painted Continuous Arm Bow-back Windsor Chair, J. Bertine, New York, late 18th century, with beaded crest, shaped saddle seat, and bold turnings, old brown paint, branded on the underside of the seat "J.BERTINE/N.YORK," ht. 35 1/2, seat ht. 16 1/4 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
there is a split to the top of the crest (but no "break" per se),old worn and chipping brown paint
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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