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The September 2023 Auctions: Day 2

Fri, Sep 15, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1087

Walter Cave , 1863-1939 Rare Arts & Crafts, Ca. 1899, Carved Oak Upholstered Armchair With Voysey Style Uprights, H 47.75" W 28" Depth 30"

Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000

Bid Increments

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The chair offers prominent rosette motifs to the terminals of back and arm supports. The upholstery boasts a grey-blue tone, accompanied with back support cushion. Terminating on four turned feet supported by a stretcher.  A rare Arts and Crafts exhibition style oak chair with Voysey style uprights to the front with carved flower head caps.  The armchair designed by Walter Cave and made by R Nash was exhibited at the Arts and Crafts Exhibition in 1899. Ref The Studio Vol 11 page 181. Provenance: From the Property of a Prominent Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Collector

Condition

With faint nicks and scratches to the frame that commensurate with age and use. No losses or notable demerits were observed. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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