$2,091
Carved Walnut Side Chair, Pennsylvania, late 18th century, the shell-carved crest above a shaped splat, trapezoidal slip seat and shaped front rail joining cabriole legs ending in stockinged trifid feet, ht. 39, seat ht. 18 in. Property of the Saint Louis Art Museum, Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund Estimate $1,200-1,800 The dark streaks in the splat are imperfections in the wood, not repair or damage as far as we can see. The seat frame is old, but the fill is some sort of modern foam. There do not appear to be any major restorations or repairs. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-04
