I’ve had these ladder back/slat back chairs for about 10 years. I’d like to know more about them, exactly what they are, and their approximate value. There seems to be the number 17 carved or stamped on the right back u underneath on all 6 chairs.
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The closest example I have found are Shaker made chairs, the style of these resembles chairs made by Shakers, around 18th century.
The weave on the seat, and the slats on the back resemble chairs made by Shakers, around 18th century.
This does not mean that actually is what they are, but to my eye they do resemble some.
https://www.skinnerinc.com/auctions/3058T/lots/1264
The slat back example in the photo sold at auction for 49 dollars. That is what it sold for, looking for price range, that is an indicator that the public is willing to purchase chairs like this for 50 dollars each range.
As far as selling it, that is up to you to determine your price.
Generally the value for something is usually what people are willing to pay for it.
I would recommend trying if you can to find an appraiser if you sincerely believe they are very old.
My thoughts on this, are only my thoughts on it, and are no guarantee. They simply resemble chairs made by Shakers to my eye.
I am no expert, and that is only my humble opinion.
They are very nice chairs regardless how old.
I was not able to find what a 17 carved or stamped on the bottom may mean, perhaps 17th century, I am not 100 percent certain. That is only an idea.
Good luck.
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