George A. Custer Folding Camp Chair. Auction
LiveAuctioneers Logo

lots of lots
item-177315220=1
item-177315220=2
item-177315220=3
item-177315220=4
item-177315220=5
GEORGE A. CUSTER FOLDING CAMP CHAIR.
GEORGE A. CUSTER FOLDING CAMP CHAIR.
Item Details
Description
31" high, 15" x 15" slatted seat, In the numerous field photographs of Custer camps during Civil War & Indian Wars, folding camp chairs are prominently seen. None exactly match this one, but this had been in Custer family til 2016 when sold as part of small Custer related items to raise funds for conservation of important Custer artifacts on loan to museums in Monroe, and Custer battlefield. Custer and his inner circle are known to have been well supplied in camp, and this chair, of quality construction, is an example of that. CONDITION: very good, functional, as refinished. Missing one eyelet for corresponding locking hook. PROVENANCE: from General George A Custer, Nevin Custer brother (1842-1954), James C. Custer (1871-1954), Col. Brice Custer (1901-1969), Col. George Armstrong Custer III (1923-1991), private descent, Martin Lane Historic & Western Americana Lifetime Collection 2016. (02-21530/JS). $3,000-4,000.
Buyer's Premium
  • 25%

GEORGE A. CUSTER FOLDING CAMP CHAIR.

Estimate $3,000 - $4,000
Starting Price

$1,500

Starting Price $1,500
12 bidders are watching this item.
Get approved to bid.

Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Fairfield, ME, US
Offers In-House Shipping
Local Pickup Available

Payment

Poulin Antiques & Auctions

Poulin Antiques & Auctions

Fairfield, ME, United States5,913 Followers

PREMIER FIREARMS AUCTION, DAY 3, JUNE 9, 2024

Jun 09, 2024 10:00 AM EDT|
Fairfield, ME, USA
View Auction

Related Militaria & War Memorabilia

More Items in Militaria & War Memorabilia

View More

Recommended Collectibles

View More
TOP