Important Historic Americana | October 17, 2024
Thu, Oct 17, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1074
Fine Massachusetts Chippendale Shell Carved Mahogany Easy Chair
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
Bid Increments
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| $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 |
Boston, circa 1770, with shell and bellflower carved knees, ball and claw feet, turned stretchers, burgundy damask upholstery, the chair's sittable, non-intrusive upholstery system was designed and fabricated by Leroy Graves, 45-1/4 x 35 x 26 in.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of Dudley and Constance Godfrey
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Property from the Collection of Dudley and Constance Godfrey
very good condition overall, one rear knee return replaced, later casters, typical bumps and wear to legs and stretchers, upholstery with light stains and wear, especially at arm tops, upholstery not removed for frame exam
