453. Important Frank Lloyd
Wright reclining chair, designed for the Isabel Roberts House,
River Forest, Ill., 1908, strong architectural design
with adjustable seat and back, birch with mahogany stain, important commission from Wright's
Prairie period, original finish, 33"w x 37"d x 38"h,
excellent condition 40,000-50,000
Note: Isabel Roberts was Wright's secretary
and business manager for the Oak Park Studio. She
was credited with designing art glass during this period.
Upon Wright's departure from Oak Park to Europe
in 1909, Roberts shared the task of settling
Wright's commissions and closing the studio. Her
occupation was listed as architect on her death certificate.