Collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter | April 10, 2024
Wed, Apr 10, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 67
Italian Giltwood Savonarola Chair
Estimate: $300 - $500
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 |
likely 19th century, possibly earlier, maiden masked finials, foliate scrolled crest, scrolled arms, curule base centered by a mythological mask, 35 x 26 x 20 in.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
Condition
overall structurally sound with some looseness at joints, giltwood surface is worn with loss and areas of brighter gilt (likely later), minor joint separation, some minor losses to applied carvings, upholstery is old (likely 19th or early 20th century) with extensive wear, possible later braces at seat, other general wear from age and use
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Property from the Collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
