Lot of 2 Vintage Chairs

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Lot of 2 Vintage Chairs These Vintage Chairs were used by The University of Arkansas departments. Condition and functionality are unknown. All items are as is, whereas with NO guarantee. As required by Arkansas law, for a period of Five (5) days from the auction start date this item is offered exclusively to eligible Arkansas governmental entities. If no intergovernmental transfer is completed during this five (5) day period, then this item will open to public bidding on Day 6. The closing date is day 10. VINTAGE CHAIRS Wingback chair: This is a vintage wingback armchair, featuring a distinctive high back with side panels ("wings") designed historically to shield the sitter from drafts. Key Characteristics: • Upholstery: A classic jacquard, tapestry, or damask-style patterned fabric with a repeating green, gold, and cream stripe or medallion motif. • Detailings: The front of the scrolled armrests features prominent nailhead trim (decorative metal studs) running down the edge. • Style: The overall high-back shape is highly characteristic of traditional traditional furniture styles like Queen Anne or Georgian design Upholstered armchair: This is an antique-style upholstered wooden armchair, heavily drawing inspiration from European Neoclassical design periods such as the French Directoire or English Sheraton styles. Key design elements of this piece include: • The Frame: A classic dark wood frame featuring a prominent flared or rolled headrest panel at the top, a standard feature in late 18th to 19th-century accent seating. • The Legs: Beautifully turned and fluted front legs with a decorative ring neck, tapering down to a refined foot, balanced by subtly curved back legs. • The Upholstery: It is covered in a classic multi-toned neutral and gold satin-stripe fabric across the backrest, seat cushion, and padded arm accents (cuffs). SHIPPING is not offered. SELLER WILL NOT PACK, LOAD, HAUL, OR DELIVER. BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVAL OF ITEMS INCLUDING ALL PACKING, LOADING, HAULING, AND SHIPPING. NO SHIPPING OFFERED. Inspection is by appointment only: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm Contacts: Chris Fornoff cfornoff@uark.edu , Stephen Lester stlester@uark.edu or Tegan Flaherty tflaherty@uark.edu Location: The University of Arkansas Surplus Warehouse, 300 S. Eastern Ave., Fayetteville, AR 72701 ***Awarded bidder must schedule the pickup date and time with one of the above departmental contacts***