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Rare 18th C Early American ladder back chair with arms. Dated 1745

$15,000
£11,338.14
€13,029.54
CA$20,887.41
A$23,236.39
CHF 12,180.80
MX$283,942.95
NOK 155,107.35
SEK 146,012.11
DKK 97,260.57
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About the Item

Very rare early and untouched chair bearing the date. 18th c. Dated 1745. The images will speak for themselves. Purchased outside of Philadelphia. Possibly Delaware River Valley or NJ origins. Early American furniture. Dated in two locations. Stable joints. Wonderful patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.25 in (109.86 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)Seat Height: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1740-1749
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1745
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7880245191082

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