A set of four Chippendale carved mahogany side chairs, New York, Circa 1770

Each chair and slip seat marked with Roman numerals I, II, III respectively. Seat rails are rebuilt.

Chair II with scuffs to the back side of the splat; small old chips and losses to the carved apron. Chair III with old repaired break to top of splat at join with cresting rail; the center of the splat with a repaired break above the tassel; large chip to the proper left front of the carved apron - the piece is off and in a bag. Chair I with old small chips to the carved apron. Chair marked I in pencil with deep large old chip to the center of the apron with old polish on it. Chairs appear to have later corner seat blocks; usual old marks, scratches, nicks and bruises to the legs and feet consistent with age and use.
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