Saddlebag or chantae face

Lot 59, Chantae. Christie's East, September 11, 1991. A small saddlebag or chantae face, lot 59, only 1'5"x1'3", finely knotted and thin, produced one of the most spirited bidding duels (estimated $500-$700). Having dropped to a starting bid of $150, this piece proceeded slowly with many bidders in the action. It eventually narrowed down to a duel between New York collector Mark Feldman and dealer Louise Woodhead. When it appeared that Mark had the final bid, Wayne remarked that this was only about $140 per square inch and brought the gavel down for $1,400.