Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session I

Fri, Feb 12, 2021 09:00AM EST
Lot 589

Fine Set Eight Carved Ribbon Back Dining Chairs

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

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
British, probably mid 19th century, each with carved and pierced slat backs over the rail upholstered seats and square legs with stretchers, two arm and six side, armchairs with scrolled arms and carved hand grips, dense, heavy mahogany throughout, armchair 28-1/2 x 26-1/2 x 20-1/2 in., seat height 20 in. - Provenance: Treasures Unlimited, Charlotte, North Carolina, purchased May, 1992 for $12,500 (accompanied by copy of invoice); Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina

Condition

sturdy, accommodating chairs ready for use, frames in good condition with typical abrasions and wear, especially at feet, some minor finish spotting and wear, no significant repairs found, modern upholstery in good condition with very light stains (not examined under upholstery), minor cracks and nail scars at back rails