TWO C.W. PARKER CAROUSEL AMUSEMENT RIDE SLEIGH BENCHES, LEAVENWORTH, 1911-1955, painted wood, the exposed right side of one bench has four horseshoes, each marked, "C.W. Parker Leavenworth," and a circular painted medallion with leafy frame, the other example has relief applied carved leaves, the backs each have landscape waterway views, and each is now painted with a white ground within a red trim. Height: 30 1/2" Width: 49" Depth: 22" Note: Charles Wallace Parker (1864-1932), American Carousel Manufacturer and Repairman.  Provenance: Estate of Ross Gibson Wandrey, Houston, Texas

Lacking some hardware, apparent age and wood deterioration, iron oxidation, flaking paint, apparent old and new paints visible throughout, old repairs, overall in fair condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."