Federal mahogany side chair, Connecticut or Rhode Island circa 1795 arched toprail over pierced urn-shaped splat and upholstered saddle seat, resting on tapered legs with molded feet. (Nicks and scuffs, overall good condition) BH 38" and seat H17 1/2" *Reference: For a related example attributed to John Goddard, see Bishop, Robert. CENTURIES AND STYLES ON THE AMERICAN CHAIR 1640-1970. New York: EP Dutton. p. 261, fig. 396. and Montgomery, Charles F. AMERICAN FURNITURE, THE FEDERAL PERIOD. New York: Bonanza, 1978. p. 94, fig. 41.