American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description:
Turned Maple and Ash Great Chair, New London, Connecticut, area, late 17th century, three shaped slats join vase- and ring-turned stiles, above downward-sloping arms continuing to mushroom handholds and similarly turned supports, on double-stretcher base ending in turned feet, old refinish, (rush seat replaced),ht. 50 3/4, seat ht. 17 1/2 in.
The property of Bill McKeever
Estimate $3,000-5,000
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.
Keywords
Bill McKeever, New London
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000

Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131

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
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.