Lot 228
  • 228

A Very Fine and Rare Chippendale Carved Mahogany Easy Chair, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1770

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description

  • height 48 1/2 in. (123.19cm)

Condition

Secondary wood is maple; base refinished; later iron L-brackets added to corners of seat frame; three knee returns replaced; frame not examined under upholstery.
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