Lot 177

Classical Mahogany Upholstered Swivel Chair

Estimate: $500 - $800

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
attributed to New York, circa 1820, boldly carved, with anthemion and leaf back, column form arm supports, scrolled and leaf carved pedestal base with lion's paw feet on casters, 31 in. (overall), 19 in. (seat height); Provenance: Craig and Tarlton, Raleigh, North Carolina, purchased November, 1976 for $2,800 (accompanied by original receipt, also accompanied by Craig and Tarlton advertisement in The Magazine Antiques illustrating the chair); The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

very good condition overall, minor cracks to laminated back and one small glue repair, small loss at base of one column, legs and feet in good condition with typical wear at toes, vintage leather with cracks and wear especially at arm tops, seat with some scratches (seat upholstery a more modern replacement), frame appears to retain early possibly original surface, small loss at one scroll on knee
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