BAROQUE FRUITWOOD ARMCHAIR,17th century. Possibly Canadian. Arched and padded upholstered back; downswept arms with scroll-carved terminals; spiral supports; block-and-turned legs joined by spiral-twist stretchers. - 41 in. x 23 1/2 in. x 21 1/2 in. Estimate $900-1,200
The leather upholstery is very worn and has losses to the upper left, lower left of back, middle of seat and on the back of the chair. Some nailhead trim missing along the arching crestrail. The wood is very worn making it difficult to tell what type it is. There is evidence of insect infestation, scratches, and the left arm is slightly loose. There is a partial loss to the front left foot.
