Distressed American firehouse armchair (c. 1835) Engravings Dimensions: 17-1/4” W x 19-1/2”

Dimensions: 17-1/4” W x 19-1/2” D x 34-1/4” H

SKU: 4885

The front rail shows heavier wear and the rush seat has an area of damage (see photo)

die impressed in a damask design

Condition: Engraving is in fine original condition

Distressed American firehouse armchair (c. 1835) Engravings Dimensions: 17-1/4” W x 19-1/2”American Windsor firehouse chair with a continuous arm yolk back. The crest rail has an applied scroll raised above the arms, and the entire yoke is supported by eight turned spindles morticed into the plank seat. The turned legs are doweled into the underside of the plank seat and are joined by turned boxed stretchers. The seat and arms show significant wear, and the arms show signs of cracks, which have been stabilized. The chair retains some of its