Archie Hunter Family, Husk Seat Footstool

Mid-20th century, South Carolina, sun-bleached oak faceted legs with stretcher base, appear unmarked.

12 x 12 x 12 in.

The Hunter family of Florence, South Carolina comprised four generations of skilled chairmakers who maintained the tradition of making entirely hand-carved and hand-woven husk chairs. What began as a supplement to farm income grew into a regional tradition of notable craftsmanship. The young Archie Hunter was recognized for his skill by crafts authority Allen Eaton in a 1946 U.S. Department of Agriculture survey of rural crafts.

Somewhat weathered but sturdy husk condition; patinated surface appearance.

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