Emporium Auctions - February 2, 2023
Thu, Feb 2, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 238
Collection of Six Early Foot Stools
Estimate: $400 - $600
Sold for
$400
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
most probably British, 18th/19th century, comprising three rustic examples, each with three legs, one in red paint; two bench form, the larger with figured walnut top and star pierced sides; with a small rectangular four-legged example, redpainted; three leg example 14-1/4 x 9 x 10-1/4 in., small four-leg example 5-1/2 x 9-1/2 x 6-1/2 in.
Provenance: The Important Private Collection of a Rocky Mountain Couple
Condition
one three legged example with old loss at handle and one leg slightly loose, larger bench form example lacking one side rail, small rectangular example all with scattered surface wear, some pest damage, minor cracks and other flaws consistent with age and use
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