Lot 1075: Pair of Grape and Vine Iron Garden Benches, Callahan Family of Knoxville, TN

Pair of American cast iron garden benches from the George W. Callahan family of Knoxville, TN. Decorative grape and vine motif with curved reticulated seat, cross-stretchers underside, and tapered legs that end in a stylized leaf form. Each 42 in. L x 32 in. H. x 23 D. Note: Supplemental materials include a photograph of the benches situated beside a gazebo on the Callahan family home c.1910’s.

PROVENANCE: Irene Sullivan Estate, Oak Ridge, TN descendant of the Callahan family of Knoxville, TN.

CONDITION: Overall good and sturdy condition. Some repaint/paint loss and weathering to both, with oxidation present underside.