Country Americana
Description:
Carved Pine Potty Chair, America, early 19th century, the arched back with heart-form handle joining shaped sides and scalloped, cutout feet, ht. 32 1/4, wd. 22 1/4, dp. 18 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-300
chair exhibits typical wear and scratching to the oxidized pine surface through use. The plank seat used to cover the hole appears relatively contemporary to the chair. Each side has one split beginning at the apex of the valanced sides. Also apparent is putty used to cover old nails
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Business Administrator & Cataloguer, Discovery auctions
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