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American Federal Mahogany “Martha Washington” Lolling Armchair ca. 1800
$5,500
£4,173.27
€4,771.77
CA$7,682.01
A$8,541.35
CHF 4,459.82
MX$103,969.01
NOK 56,905.37
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AMERICAN FEDERAL INLAID-MAHOGANY LOLLING "MARTHA WASHINGTON" ARMCHAIR
Massachusetts, ca. 1780-1800 purchased from Bernard and S. Dean Levy, Inc. of New York in 1966
Item # 401JNI25P
An incredibly fine American Hepplewhite lolling chair from the Federal period, this exquisite chair features a dense-grained mahogany for all primary surfaces that has become silky and positively glows through an underlying patina.
Known as a "Martha Washington Chair", this particular chair was formerly with Bernard and S. Dean Levy of New York where it was purchased from in 1966. Note the exquisite inlays and the way they compliment the swirling curvature of the arms - these curve outward to allow the sitter perfect comfort and the stringer inlays disappear as they reach the swell of the arm. The chair back is designed with a gentle backward cant for comfort and exhibits a dramatic oxbow curvature.
An exquisite acquisition.
Measurements: 42 7/8" H x 26 1/4" D x 25 1/2" W x 16" H to seat
Condition Report:
Upholstery is probably mid-20th century and is heavily worn to the seat where underlying cotton stuffing can be seen (also in the corners of the seat back and other areas of wear); upholstery has not been removed for examination of the underlying structure; surface presents beautifully and appears to have been expertly refinished, probably in the mid-20th century; wear to the corners of the legs and other minor spots of wear; chair is tight in its joints and incredibly comfortable/supportive.
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Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display.
The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone.
- Dimensions:Height: 42.88 in (108.92 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Depth: 26.25 in (66.68 cm)
- Style:Federal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1780-1800
- Condition:Repaired: See condition notes. Replacements made: See condition notes.
- Seller Location:Shippensburg, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: 401JNI25P1stDibs: LU1059038659112
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