Up for auction is a pair of J & JW Meeks side chairs made in the Stanton Hall pattern with coral damask upholstery. Expected sale range is $1,200 to $1,500 with starting price of $600. Here's a pair of the same chairs for $12,500.
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J & JW Meeks Side Chairs - Stanton Hall
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