This is a classic 1970s Ethan Allen "Button Back" Hitchcock-style side chair. A signature piece of American Neoclassical Revival design. This chair features a warm Cinnamon-toned maple finish and intricate hand-stenciling that tells a story of grace and abundance.
The top crest rail features a sophisticated motif of mirrored swans flanking a central urn, while the central splat showcases the iconic Neoclassical Lyre (harp) focal point. The design is accented with delicate silver-white floral "brightwork" and traditional bronze-powder stenciling. The hand-woven natural rush seat remains tight and in good, functional condition. Markings: Stenciled "Ethan Allen * Button Back Hitchcock" on the rear seat rail.


Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Surface Wear: As is common with 50-year-old stenciled pieces, there is age-appropriate thinning/fading to the gold gilt and pinstriping, giving it an authentic vintage patina. Crazing/Checking: There are horizontal hairline cracks (natural age-checking) on both the left and right "button" ears of the crest rail.
Minor Blemishes: Two small, localized pink marks are present on the wood surface (see photos), and there is light scuffing on the rungs consistent with gentle use. None of this takes away any of the charm that this true classical chair brings to any room!

Origin:
United States

Creator:
Brand: Ethan Allen; Artist: Ethan Allen; Designer: Ethan Allen; Styled After: Hitchcock

Materials & Techniques:
Birch, Lacquer, Maple, Natural Fiber

Details:
Seat Interior Width: 16.0in
Seat Height: 18.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Interior Depth: 14.0in
Country of Origin: United States

Unknown; Some Imperfections; Surface Wear: As is common with 50-year-old stenciled pieces, there is age-appropriate thinning/fading to the gold gilt and pinstriping, giving it an authentic vintage patina. Crazing/Checking: There are horizontal hairline cracks (natural age-checking) on both the left and right "button" ears of the crest rail.
Minor Blemishes: Two small, localized pink marks are present on the wood surface (see photos), and there is light scuffing on the rungs consistent with gentle use. None of this takes away any of the charm that this true classical chair brings to any room!