American, circa 1912-1916, with brandished Gustav Stickley mark, wide slatted back, carved studded arms, leather seat with brass nailhead trim, stretchered base, 37-1/2 x 26-1/4 x 22 in.

Provenance:

Peter-Roberts Antiques, Inc., New York, New York, 17 February 2000, eight purchased for $4,400; Estate of Katharine Lee Reid, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

solid and sturdy condition, old oak surface with minor sun fading in some areas, one chair with small filled repairs, backside with later dark stain, and sun faded leather seat, both chairs with scattered abrasions, small losses along edges, and other general wear from age and use