Old West & Native American Auction
Lot 1265:
Description
Nice example of a classic, rush-seat Arts and Crafts-era dining side chair, distinguished by its sturdy, four-slat back and dark, fumed-oak finish. The straight, robust lines and visible joinery are trademarks of the American Mission style, dating this piece to the golden age of the movement, circa 1905–1915. The presence of the stamped “287” on the frame is a critical clue. While not immediately matching a known, published catalog number for a Gustav Stickley chair, the format (a three-digit number) strongly suggests the work of a major Syracuse-area manufacturer, most likely L. & J.G. Stickley (the company founded by Gustav’s brothers, Leopold and John George). They used number stamps, like the one visible, to denote specific models. The overall design—the specific height and width, the proportions of the slats, and the type of woven rush seat—is absolutely consistent with their high-end “Handcraft” line from the pre-WWI period. The chair is in good antique condition; the quarter-sawn oak exhibits a rich, aged patina with minor scuffs and dings commensurate with a century of use. The rush seat is intact but shows the expected darkening and wear typical of original rush. The original dark finish is worn to the bare wood on the edges of the front legs and crest rail, a sign of frequent handling.
H 39.5″, W 27″, D 17″
Note: Pickup/Transport required. Contacts available post auction.
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