The Oak Era

Provenance:

Arthur Brett and Sons, Norwich

Antique Emporium, Winnetka, March 20, 1997 (copy of invoice)

Seat height: 17 inches.
Some slight variance in dimensions and leg decoration consistent with an assembled set.
Set in overall good, stable, attractive condition. Old scuffs, marks and scratches throughout consistent with age and use. Having a fairly consistent yellowish-orange finish throughout. One example with restoration to bottoms of feet. Two examples with restoration to stretchers, one example's restoration with simulated grain and worm painted to furhter conceal restoration. Additional images available upon request.

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