$1,063
Carved Mahogany Side Chair, Nathaniel Gould, Salem, Massachusetts, 1759-81, with carved crest terminals above an owl splat, overupholstered trapezoidal seat, and cabriole front legs ending in pad feet on platforms, and shaped rear legs, ht. 37, seat. ht. 17 1/2 in. Note: In correspondence between the consignor and Kemble Widmer, and based on some specific construction techniques, this chair is confirmed as a "Type B" Side Chair from the Gould shop. Estimate $1,000-1,500 stable crack to one front leg, several small holes to back rail which appear to be evidence of long-ago insect activity. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-08-03
