Lot 1199
  • 1199

Rare Set of Twelve Classical Figured Maple Cane-Seat Side Chairs, New York, Circa 1815

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • maple
  • Height 32 1/2 in.

Provenance

Descended through the Wilson Family, Petersham, Massachusetts;
Carswell Rush Berlin, Inc., New York.

Condition

Wear commensurate with age and use. Cane upholstery has been redone. One chair back's side support has been cracked and nailed back together.
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