Lot 317
  • 317

A Very Fine and Rare Queen Anne Carved and Figured Walnut Compass-Seat Side Chair, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1755

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • walnut and maple
  • Height 41 1/2 in.
Appears to retain its original surface.  Chair marked V and original slip seat marked V

Condition

secondary wood is maple. proper left side knee return missing. minor cracking to veener on splat.
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