Vintage Folk Art Blue Painted Adirondack-Style Chair, 1st Quarter 20th Century
Vintage Folk Art Blue Painted Adirondack-Style Chair, 1st Quarter 20th Century
Vintage Folk Art Blue Painted Adirondack-Style Chair, 1st Quarter 20th Century. This striking, make-do highback chair is naively constructed utilizing humble, repurposed components. The ladder-back is braced with a central, vertical plank. The bentwood arms were originally crafted with rectangular slots and four nail holes, possibly as support for an additional brace or structural element. Comprised fully of wood with nail construction, the polychrome body reveals varying pigments applied over time. Currently presents strong shades of steel sky blue along with dusty robins egg, perfectly faded over time. Either through the maker’s intent or through active use over time, the off-kilter lines of the seat offer an unusual perspective to the piece. A brilliant form of vernacular folk art. Unsigned.
Best for use decoratively as an accent piece or sculptural furniture due to the fragile nature of the chair.
Presented as part of our “Nameless Art + Design” Show collection, January 2024
Condition: Good antique condition, shows signs of structural and surface wear throughout, The bracing along the base at the front and left side, lower-left brace presents a vertical break. Feet have been worn down and splintered over time. Likely taller in its original form. As pictured.
Specs: 46 1/2” H | 18 3/4” W total | 22” D total | 34 1/4” Seat Back Height | 15 1/2” Seat Width | 20 7/8” D of Seat | 12 1/4” Seat Height
** Due to the scale and nature of the chair, this item is available for local delivery and pick-up within NYC area. For Shipping Inquiries, please reach out to : info@portmanteaunewyork.com
