Antique Koken Barber Chair

By Karen Sue Campbell, 7 August, 2013
Description

Antique Koken Otagon Barber Chair. Has been restored. The  plate on the back reads- Congress Pedestal Hydraulic- Pat Dec. 8,1891, Oct 22,1895,Dec.3,1901, Feb. 2,1909. Pat. Applied for Koken Barbers Suppy Co. St. Louis USA

 

It has a porcelain base with brass around the otagon shaped base. The seat is porcelain in the otagon shape with leather otagon shaped seat. The footrest looks brass with silver attachments. I have several pictures if needed. 

Interested in selling but don't know how to price.

 

Karen

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
As noted above- porcelain e, brass, silver and leather
Distinguishing marks
Octagon shape
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
Regular Barber Chair- adult
Date Period
I assume around early 1900
Weight
? Heavy - est. 150-200 lbs.
History
Bought then restored by a family member and given to me as a gift.
Price Paid (If known)
It was a gift
For Sale?
Yes
Photos