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Cunard: A 19th Century mahogany saloon chair
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Cunard: A 19th Century mahogany saloon chair
the back with carved relief of Cunard insignia, turned pillar supports beneath and to arms, the seat base stamped '153' in two places, detachable deep-buttoned leather seat, four legs with castors leading to pedestal support with ball-bearing assisted swivel mechanism -- 33in. (84cm.) high See illustration
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
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Lot Essay
The stamped number '153' might refer to the vessels hulk number, which would have been used by fitters and furniture makers before she had been named.