60
Wharton Esherick
(American, 1887–1970)
SK chair
Estimate: $2,000-$4,000
Sold
$6,500
Live Auction
Modern Design
Location
Philadelphia
Size
33⅛ × 19¾ × 18 in (84 × 50 × 46 cm)
Description
Wharton Esherick
(American, 1887–1970)
SK chair
walnut, leather
etched on back of seat 'W.E. 1960'
33⅛ × 19¾ × 18 in (84 × 50 × 46 cm)
Private Collection, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
Chair is an overall fine vintage condition, reflecting light but age-appropriate wear. Frame is solid and free of wobbles, breaks, repairs, with one, inch-long scratch noted on interior of proper left front leg. Leather straps are in good vintage condition reflecting age-appropriate wear and minor staining.
Signature
etched on back of seat 'W.E. 1960'
Provenance
LiteratureWharton Esherick: The Journey of a Creative Mind, Bascom, ppg. 182-183, 200, 226-227