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18th Century Nantucket Fireside Ladder Back Side Chair, circa 1780

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18th century nantucket fireside ladder back side chair, circa 1780 or earlier, having characteristic ball finials atop sausage and ball turned standards, holding three shaped back slats, above a rush seat, raised on short turned legs braced by dowel stretchers; in very old red paint. The chair remains in very good condition, with rubs to top of finals and the expected flexibility. Measures: 31-1/2 in H x 20-1/2 in wide x 15-1/2 in deep Seat height: 13 in high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Seat Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    American Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-Late 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AD - MS-14 WVE1stDibs: LU903923628432
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