Description
I have 3 of these ladder back hand carved chairs. They appear to have a rush seat. I am not sure of the type of wood used, possibly maple. I am trying to sell these and need more info. Thank you
Category
Furniture
Medium
wood
Distinguishing marks
no hallmarks, no signature, no sticker or label.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
47 inches high by 13 inches wide by 13 inches deep
Date Period
unknown
Weight
10 pounds
History
found at garage sale in Sarasota, Florida
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
Yes
Photos
Re: 3 ladder back chairs hand carved possibly maple or pine...
These look like the chairs made by Shadrick "Birdie" Mace(1892-1973) in Mars Hill NC. Probably maple posts and hickory slats and rungs. Most likely a corn husk seat woven by the women of the family. Many chairs like this were sold out of the Highland Handicraft Guild in Ashville NC. Max Woody of McDowel county NC also made chairs that look like this but dont have the strong chamfering in the slats. See Jerry Israel's article on" the Mace Family of Chair Makers" in May We All Remember Well Vol. 1 Ed. by Robert Brunk.