Description: EARLY 20TH CENTURY ANTIQUE SET OF 4 SHERATON STYLE MAHOGANY DINING CHAIRS WITH SATINWOOD INLAYBay Colony Antiques is proud to offer for sale this fantastic antique set of 4 Sheraton style Mahogany dining chairs. Chairs of this style were gaining popularity around 1790-1800 with the circulation of Thomas Sheraton’s Cabinetmaker & Upholsterers Drawing Book. This set was made in the early 20th century, probably in or around Boston. The chairs exhibit a nice neoclassical design with a generous amount of inlaid elements. We’ve handled similar chairs from Joseph Gerte’s shop in the past. We’re also open to the possibility that these may have been made by the Bussolini brothers who were also furnishing the homes of Boston’s elite during the early 20th century. Boston was somewhat of an anomaly during the early 20th century because as more furniture making evolved into mass production, Boston was still home to a large amount of custom cabinet shops that continued to work in traditional early American styles with the very best materials and attention to detail.The chairs have square backs with a raised center panel & a light colored string inlay along the crest and stiles. The backs have 4 vertical slats with a compound satinwood inlay that results in a captivating visual effect. The same compound Satinwood inlay is also present on the front seat rails and the front legs. The chairs are in wonderful condition with our only notes being minor surface wear & some light crackling to the original 1920’s finish. The seats are free of any rips & stains and have a multicolored floral fabric that’s mainly red and pink tones. The seats are 100% usable in their current state but are a bit firm and would probably benefit from a more modern fabric & comfortable cushioning. These are slips seats so they can be easily removed from the frame and brought to an upholster without having to transport the entire chair. The chairs exhibit near ideal proportions and measure 19 1/4” wide x 18 3/4” deep x 36 1/2” tall with an 18 1/4” seat height. When accounting for the 1/2” taper along the span of the legs the front legs and back legs are square at 18 3/4” apart. A cabinetmaker understanding and being able to execute proper proportions & scale results in more graceful chairs, where others that don’t exhibit proper ratios will appear as clumsy or too clunky. WELCOMEWe are a wholly owned family business in our third decade of continuous operation. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 20th Century custom mahogany, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique furniture along with decorative arts from across the globe. All the items we offer to the general public are high quality estate pieces. We do not offer goods with significant flaws or defects. We completely avoid items with issues. You can expect the items we sell to have reasonable wear and tear. Due to the large volume of goods we deal in we cannot describe items in minutia. We do our best to give you an accurate condition report in our description of the items. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers on staff to service any piece of furniture we offer. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. Please ask all questions, including, but not limited to, shipping costs prior to purchase. All items are sold as is and from their location. 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The materials required for proper crating of items for their safe transit is so specialized we may need up to 7-10 business days to make sure we get absolutely what is required & do the best job possible. We go the extra mile by designing premium customized furniture crates for the ultimate protection of your purchase. We ship from our facility with a loading dock on a major trucking artery. This and our “volume shippers” discount creates a substantial lower cost for you. The least expensive method of shipping is business to business with loading docks. Next is a business without a dock and the last option is shipping to a resident. We are sending your shipments with freight carriers. They are not furniture movers who bring the items into your home. You are provided with curbside delivery of your shipments. 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We are happy to hold your items for a reasonable pre-agreed upon period. Beyond or absent any specified contract a $50.00 dollar per week storage fee will apply.ON-LINE SALES/TERMS OF USEAll Massachusetts residents are subject to the 6.25% sales tax unless you possess a valid resale number from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We do not accept returns so please, ask all questions prior to submitting an offer or purchasing. We have a zero tolerance policy for non-paying buyers. Any offer we accept is a binding sale and subject to the conditions herein. Massachusetts General Law applies to all sales. Bidding on and purchasing any item is under the acknowledgment of the buyer and is consent to the contractual agreement set forth herein. This agreement is in full force and effect on any item purchased through our Ebay store and on items purchased through us and our gallery. We strive to make your on-line buying experience as easy and pleasant as possible. 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Price: 1875 USD
Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-11-30T16:56:38.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Year Manufactured: 1920
Number of Items in Set: 4
Antique: Yes
Shape: Rectangle
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Item Length: 18.75 in
Department: Adults
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 36.5 in
Seat Height: 18.25 in
Style: American
Features: Inlay, Inlaid, Satinwood Inlay, Mahogany Chairs
Finish: Mahogany
Room: Dining Room
Item Width: 19.25 in
Handmade: Yes
Assembly Status: Fully Assembled
Color: Multicolor
Set Includes: Chair
Material: Mahogany, Satinwood
Backrest Height: 36.5 in
Brand: Antique
Type: Dining Chair
Seating Capacity: 4
Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1949
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States