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Older surface wear commensurate with age and normal use. Stable hairline fissure to one side of backrest. Small areas of surface wear to edges of seating from use. Chair displays attractive vintage qualities, and is stable when tested. Carved signature and date to stretcher: [W.E. 1952]. USA, 1952
carved and stained ash, leather
18 w × 19½ d × 31 h in (46 × 50 × 79 cm)


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Date:
2017-03-23

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