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American Black Painted and Stenciled Rocking Chair, Boston or Hitchcock Style

Item Details

A turned and plank-seat rocking armchair, featuring a black painted ground with extensive gold and colored stenciling depicting grape clusters and foliage on the crest rail and lower back splat, and striping details on the spindles, posts, and stretchers. The chair has a shaped wooden plank seat and scroll-form wooden handrests with an exposed wood grain finish. The back employs a stepped crest rail and vertically turned spindles. The whole rests on two extended rockers.

Type Windsor Chair, Rocking Chair
Materials Ebonized wood
Period 19th Century
Origin United States
Style Federal
Includes Ottoman No

Condition

- with nicks, scratches, and abrasions consistent with age and use.

Dimensions

20.0" W x 39.0" H x 30.0" D
  • This item may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
  • Please note: If the winning bidder selects the warehouse transfer option, the item will be available for pickup at the selected warehouse three business days after payment has been finalized.

Item #

ITMGR17524

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