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Wed, Jan 11, 2023 12:00PM EST
Lot 545

Very Rare George III Carved Mahogany Military Officer's Chair

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Bid Increments

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British, mid 18th century, serpentine crest rail carved with military imagery including a snare drum, tasseled flags, infantry rifles, and officer's gorgets, vasiform slatted splat centered by a pierced floral medallion, fluted stiles and legs, stretchered base, European spruce or fir secondary wood blocking, custom John Boyd horsehair upholstery, 37 x 19-1/2 x 18-1/2 in. 

Condition

fine state of preservation overall, excellent old patina and color, some minor fading along crest rail, surface has old marks, abrasions, and small old losses, top of rear seat rail has two small filled areas, rear stretcher has a small repair, other typical wear expected with age and use

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