A William and Mary Reel Turned and Grain-Painted Rush-Seat Armchair

New England, Likely 18th Century

the paint is possibly later.
Height 46 1/2 inches.

Property from the Estate of Barbara B. Elliott

In overall fine condition. Retaining an even patina and grain painted surface throughout, though possibly later, but certainly showing age. Old scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. The seat is largely disconnected from the front seat rail now and will likely need to be replaced. Craquelure and rubbing visible to the painted surface in areas.

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Mr. Fisher rejoined the firm in 2019 after working as a specialist in the American Furniture and Folk Art department at Sotheby’s New York. His areas of expertise include 18th, 19th, and 20th century American, Continental, and English furniture, decorative and folk art. Before coming to Hindman in 2013, Mr. Fisher worked in European Furniture and Decorative Arts in Philadelphia. He began his career working for a prints dealer focusing on works from the 16th through the 20th centuries.

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A William and Mary Reel Turned and Grain-Painted Rush-Seat Armchair

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