Charles Rohlfs

Charles Rohlfs Carved Oak Chair for the 1901 Pan-American Exposition

Charles Rohlfs Carved Oak Chair for the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. Signed. Excellent original finish. Rohlfs created furnishings for various displays by several vendors at the 1901 Pan-American Exposition; the present example was made for the "Dutch Kitchen" display by Washburn-Crosby Mills. Carved signature and date to reverse 'R 1901' with saw cipher. 54"h x 18"w x 17"d provenance: Estate of Charles Rohlfs | Acquired by Rohlfs' caretaker | Acquired from the previous by Margaret Pepe | Acquired from the previous, Collection of William and Patsy Porter exhibited: 1901 Pan-American Exposition, Buffalo, NY | Drama in Design: The Life and Craft of Charles Rohlfs, 19 February - 10 April 1994, Burchfield Art Center, Buffalo State College, Buffalo, NY literature: Drama in Design: The Life and Craft of Charles Rohlfs, James, pg. 64 illustrates this example