04-10-201004-10-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2498Boston
April 10, 2010 10:00 AMCalender
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Set of Eight Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

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$2,726$2,300
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2498Location: BostonDate / Time: April 10, 2010 10:00AM

Description:

Set of Eight Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Dining Chairs, 20th century, comprising two armchairs and six side chairs, each with lobed backrest carved with a Prince of Wales plume, upholstered seat on square, tapered legs ending in spade feet, seat ht. 19 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

Overall very good to excellent condition. Spray shellac finish has crackled on some of surfaces. One side chair with repaired break to right upright in backrest. Stamped "J. Zonon Custom Made Furniture. New York. NY". Structurally very strong and sound. Color thin. Would date these chairs to the mid 20th century. Age typical edge wear, minor nicks and defects.

Keywords

Wales, side chair