The Canada Auction Series: Canadian Arts, Culture & History

November 26December 02, 2022
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LOT 52

Lot 52

Maple Leaf Gardens Red Seat no. 8, 1931

Maple Leaf Gardens Red Seat no. 8, 1931
Lot 52 Details
Maple Leaf Gardens Red Seat no. 8, 1931

of upholstered and painted wood and cast iron construction
34.5 x 24 x 24 in — 87.6 x 61 x 61 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Maple Leaf Gardens Red Seat no. 8, 1931
  • Maple Leaf Gardens Red Seat no. 8, 1931
  • Maple Leaf Gardens Red Seat no. 8, 1931
Provenance:

Estate of Robert Allen Laidlaw, Toronto

Note:

Ontario businessman and philanthropist Robert Alexander Laidlaw regularly occupied this seat at ice level behind the net during home games from the opening of Maple Leaf Gardens in 1931 until the remodelling of 1970/71. The seat was then presented to Mr. Laidlaw, and later restored.

READ ABOUT ROBERT ALEXANDER LAIDLAW:

Robert Alexander Laidlaw

CONDITION DETAILS

Condition report available upon request

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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