Gustav Stickley, Altered Mission Oak Drop-Arm Settle

circa 1910, model 173 (now with cut-down arms), tall straight rear stiles with slightly pointed caps, wide crest rail with13-slat back, long plank arms with through tenon joinery, the sides with five slats each, straight legs, spring seat with six upholstered loose cushions, red label to back center of crest rail.
38 x 70.75 x 35 in., seat height 16 in. (with cushion)
Rich dark brown patina to the original finish, good tight joinery, overall good usable condition.
From the Collection of a Well Traveled Gentleman, Raleigh, North Carolina
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Cut-down arms with plug/patch at rear stiles; later upholstery with some fading; original dark surface with some lightening from general use on arms; some scuffs and chips to the feet.