British, mid 18th century, unusual tall slender form with shaped crest over spindle back centering pierced splat, curved arms with finely carved hand grips, deeply shaped plank seat, set on tall cabriole legs with pad feet, turned stretchers and rear legs, 43-3/4 x 22 x 24 in., seat height 22-3/4 in., seat depth 17-1/2 in. - Provenance: Estate of Robert K. Johnson, Aiken, South Carolina
Condition
very good overall, repairs and small area of loss to lower part of central splat, minor shrinkage separation at top of splat, scroll of one knee return restored, break and repair at one arm support, mellow old surface with water spots and finish distress overall, typical minor cracks at plank seat