Lot 128

Classical Dolphin Carved Adjustable Piano Stool

Estimate: $600 - $900

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
New York, early 19th century, green upholstered seat with dolphin carved sides, adjustable base with leaf carved knees, paw feet, 22-1/2 in. (at lowest setting); Provenance: David Stockwell Antiques, Wilmington, Delaware, purchased August, 1969 (accompanied by original receipt); The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

formerly fitted with casters (now removed), later gilding to legs, possible restoration at attachment of seat to pedestal (attachment board appears to be weathered), possible restoration to backrest and dolphin tails (joint at tail with color and surface variation), other fading and finish losses, modern upholstery is generally good
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