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Jbrookechao's items1 of 2New to me antique chair....not sure of time period or style name.New to me antique chair....not sure of time period or style name.
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    Posted 4 years ago

    Jbrookechao
    (2 items)

    Bought the pair from a student who was moving out, for next to nothing. Figured they were cheap reproduction based on price, chipped veneer and being in a basement apartment. Honestly I bought them for sentimental reasons since my Grandpa had a couple when j was a kid.

    When I went to take off the upholstery, I found details that made me think suspect they might be original 18th century. 1) the condition of the wood. 2) the nails 3) the horsehair stuffing. Also in digging online I saw that veneer WAS used in original Gondola chairs.
    I don’t want to do too much to them, if they are original but definitely need to at least repair the dry rot in the seats (will use sawdust and wood glue).

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    1. billretirecoll billretirecoll, 4 years ago
      Hi and welcome to CW Jbrookechao! :^D Looks like you have a very nice find! Good Luck and enjoy them! Take Care, and Wear a Mask! :^)
    2. scottvez scottvez, 4 years ago
      Later than 18th century-- these look to be American Empire and date from about 1820s- 50s time period.

      I don't recommend doing any sawdust and glue repairs.

      scott

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