Premier Auction
Sat, Jul 10, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 598
Georgian Tufted Leather Library Steps/Ottoman
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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 early 20th century, stamped mark for "Seddon & Co.", with hinged tufted leather seat, opening to a hidden folding library steps, brass inlaid mahogany frame on inlaid turned legs with brass casters, height with steps up 41-1/2 in., closed 24 x 34 x 19-1/2 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, Lancaster, PennsylvaniaNote:Accompanied by a copy of an appraisal by M.S. Rau Antiques, New Orleans, Louisiana dated 1994 stating a replacement cost of $8,500.
Condition
structurally sound and ready for use, some small areas of later color, scattered minor surface wear and bumps with some minor lifting to brass
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