British, 18th century, oak throughout with curved back, old mellow surface, 54 x 60 x 21 in.; Note: This item descended in the Russell family of Boston, Massachusetts and was later displayed in the Gibbs-Blackwood house when the family purchased the home in the mid 20th century. For more information on the history and furnishings of the Gibbs-Blackwood House, please see: Samuel and Narcissa Chamberlain's, Southern Interiors of Charleston, South Carolina, Hasting House, 1956, page 124.; Provenance: Gibbs-Blackwood House, Charleston, South Carolina; Private Collection
Condition
scattered large cracks and shrinkage separations, some distress and color retouch at crest rail, including crack and repair, feet with early iron braces, other distress and minor repairs