Rare, original chair designed for the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo [circa 1921-1922]. Manufactured by Matsu-Zukaya Company, ca. 1922. Features all-oak construction and original yellow oil cloth upholstery. 15" W x 17 1/4" D x 37 3/8" H [16 1/8" H to seat]. Minor scuffs with some wear to seat, otherwise in very good condition. Purchased on the Discovery Channel's "Final Offer" program. Match to example found in Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York http://www.metmuseum.org/Collections/search-the-collections/10001839
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| Estimate | $18,000 - $21,000 |
| Starting Bid | $15,000 |