Lot 375
  • 375

A Very Fine Federal Mahogany Serpentine-Front Easy Chair, Massachusetts, circa 1800

Estimate
5,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • Height 45 1/2 in.
Retains an early finish. Branded HARDY on inside of glue block. 

Provenance

Israel Sack, Inc., New York

Literature

Israel Sack, Inc., American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, vol. 3, no. P6405

Condition

Retains and old finish; rails appear to be constructed of birch or maple, has original white pine corner blocks; now covered in a green silk damask upholstery, not examined under upholstery; small surface patch to proper front right foot continuing about a quarter inch to the interior side of leg; also stamped IS on the inside of one rear legs.
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