American Flag Centennial Wicker Rocking Chair
woven wicker armchair, the back having stylized patriotic motifs including an American flag surmounted by the date 1776, having scrolled arms and intricate latticework, the seat set in a wood frame.
late 19th century, likely made in celebration of the 1876 Centennial Exhibition, Philadelphia
Provenance: From the Estate of Robyn Gebroe, West Orange, NJ
Reference: in the manner of documented centennial wicker examples, including chair from the Mary Jean McLaughlin Collection, exhibited at the Smithsonian, Renwick Gallery, August 1993, and illustrated in Jeremy Adamson, American Wicker (Rizzoli).
height 46 inches, width 29 inches
Estimate: $2000 - $4000