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For
twenty years, Neal Auction Company has had much nationally recognized
success with a variety of periods and forms of American furniture.
Particularly, Neal Auction Company has become a magnet for discerning
collectors of Federal, Classical Revival, Rococo, Renaissance Revival,
and Aesthetic Americana. Record results in several categories are
a Neal Auction Company tradition.
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Fine American Rococo Carved Rosewood and Laminated Parlour Suite,
New York, c. 1850-1860, by John Henry Belter, comprising a loveseat,
a sofa, a pair of sidechairs, and a pair of armchairs.
Sold February 1995 for $134,000. |
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Highly Important American Chippendale Carved Mahogany and Marble Top
Sideboard Table, c. 1760-1775, Eastern Virginia, Tidewater, sold
on February 19th, 2005 for $124,750 |
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Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood
Sofa, c. 1850 1860, attr. to John
Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as "Cornucopia", tall
crest carved in high relief, acanthus carved uprights, exuberant
serpentine seat rail with massive floral carvings, carved cabriole
legs, casters, h. 50 1/2 in., w. 87 in., d. 31 in. Sold on September
12, 2015 for $107,187
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A Highly
Important American Southern Federal Inlaid Cherrywood Sideboard,
c.
1800, sold on February 19th, 2005 for $102,750 |
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Rare American Rococo Highly Carved Rosewood Dressing Table,
mid‑19th c., New York, possibly Alexander Roux, arched
crest, fruit and flower cartouche flanked by putti,
mythological bird supports, shield shaped mirror centered by
a cabochon, serpentine carrara marble top, conforming
drawer, C scrolled fruit carved cabriole legs connected by a
foliate and floral stretcher, h. 85 in., w. 53 1/2 in., d.
21 7/8 in. Sold on November 18, 2017 for $93,940.00
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A Rare American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New
York, later circular Montoussé marble top, elaborate apron extensively carved with clusters of fruit, flowers and grapes, cabriole legs with floral
clusters and trailing vines, scrolled stretchers with
central basket of flowers, acanthine feet, casters, height
29 in., diameter 38 in. Sold for $86,637.00 on January 31,
2015.
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, "Cornucopia" pattern, pierced serpentine crest, acanthus uprights, serpentine seat rail, cabriole legs, casters, h. 52 1/2 in., w. 88 in., d. 32 in.; accompanied by 1979 Bill of Sale.
Sold for
$84,500.00 on September 24, 2016 |
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An Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Parlor Suite, c. 1850-60, New York, commonly referred to as the "Bird" pattern, consisting of a pair of sofas, two armchairs and four side chairs, each with serpentine backs, intricate reticulated crest centering a pair of birds with nest and roses, each sofa height 50 3/4 in., width 73 3/4 in., depth 34 in., (8 pcs.)
Sold for $83,650.00 on January 31, 2015.
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A
Rare Herter Brothers Inlaid and Painted Rosewood Cabinet, c. 1870,
New York.
Sold for $80,750.00 on December 3, 2005
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An
American Classical Carved Mahogany Sofa, c. 1815, New York of
Philadelphia.
Sold on April 9, 1999 for $79,200. |
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An
Important Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c.
1850, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York.
Sold for $78,000.00 on December 4, 2005
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A Highly Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Parlor Suite, c. 1850-1860, New York, commonly referred to as the "Bird" pattern, comprising a sofa, three side chairs, and a gentleman's armchair, the sofa crest with elaborate scrolling vines centering a cartouche of flowers flanked by birds plucking grapes, serpentine seat rail with cartouche at center on cabriole legs, attractively upholstered in cobalt blue and yellow cut silk documentary fabric, height 53 in., approximate length 80 in., depth 21 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $76,375.00 |
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Rare and Important Louisiana Inlaid Cherrywood and
Cypress Armoire, c. 1810, molded cornice, inlaid frieze
centered by a monogram "HR", Heloise Aurora Roland (b. 1795), inlaid
doors with pierced brass escutcheon, fiche hinges; the interior with
shelves and medial belt of drawers; paneled sides scalloped and
spurred apron, cabriole legs, h. 79 7/8 in., w. 56 1/2 in., d. 24
1/2 in. Sold on November 21, 2015 for $73,500.
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Half-Tester Bed, c. 1850, New Orleans, the molded arched tester top with acanthine crest centered by an urn, beaded finials; cluster posts with foliate capitals; shaped paneled headboard with large urn crest; foot posts with finialed
mosquito bars; serpentine rails and foot carved with
scrolled and fruiting appliqué; spreading quatrefoil feet,
height 126 in., interior length 85 in., interior width 67
in., exterior length 94 1/2 in., exterior width 76 in. Sold
for $70,500.00 on October 11th, 2008 |
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-1860, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as "Tuthill King", floral and cornucopia crests, reticulated and C-scroll stiles, serpentine seat, carved cabriole legs, height 50 in., length 87 in., depth 37 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $70,500.00 |
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Important Louisiana Inlaid Mahogany Armoire,
early 19th c., inlaid flared cornice and cartouche frieze, paneled
doors centered by an inlaid Federal eagle, shelf interior with a
medial belt of drawers, turned legs, brass ball feet, h. 85 in., w.
57 in., d. 23 in. Sold on November 18, 2017 for $61,000.00
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York,
circular white marble top, serpentine apron carved with
acorns, flowers and acanthus, reticulated cabriole legs
laden with flowers, stretchers centering a basket of
flowers, casters, height 28 1/2 in., diameter 24 1/2 in.
Sold for $60,945.00 on January 31, 2015.
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A Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as "Tuthill King", tall reticulated C and S scroll crest surmounted by elaborate flower-filled cornucopiae above grapevines, acorns, leaves and flowering branches, continuous arms, serpentine floral carved seat rail, floral and acanthus cabriole legs, height 47 in., width 86 in., depth 23 in.
Sold on October 11, 2008 for $60,000.00 |
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center
Table, c. 1850 1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New
York, original serpentine molded carrara marble top,
conforming base with reticulated apron carved with clusters
of flowers, grapes and foliage, cabriole legs with carved
flowers and vines, shaped stretcher centered with a flower
basket and turned pendant, h. 28 7/8 in., w. 39 1/2 in., d.
28 5/8 in. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $59,375
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A Rare American Rococo Carved Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850-1860, labeled "J. H. Belter Co. Warehouse 552 Broadway Manufacturers of All Kinds of Fine Furniture, New York", in the pattern known as "Rosalie", the original serpentine marble top above a conforming apron with floral clusters, acanthus scrolls above scrolled dolphin carved legs ending in original brass casters, centered by a flower bouquet with arched stretchers, retaining the original finish and good color, height 29 in., width 42 in., depth 33 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $58,750.00 |
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An
American Ebonized Cherrywood Pedestal in the Egyptian Taste,
c.
1875, New York, sold on February 18th, 2005 for $58,750.00 |
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Important American Classical Brass Inlaid Ormolu‑Mounted Marble and Rosewood Pier Table, early 19th c., attr. to Duncan Phyfe, New York, frieze with classical mounts, columnar supports with palmette cast capitals and bases, mirror back flanked by pilasters, incurvate plinth, carved foliate feet, h. 36 3/8 in., w. 42 1/4 in., d. 18 3/16 in.
Sold on April 22, 2017 for $57,950.00 |
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Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850-1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, serpentine marble top, reticulated grape and foliate apron with central floral clusters, floral cabriole legs, scrolled stretcher with central bouquet, casters, h. 28 3/4 in., w. 38 1/2 in., d. 27 1/2 in.
Sold for $57,950.00 on February 19, 2016 |
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An Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York,
circular white marble top, serpentine apron with grapes,
flowers and shells, reticulated cabriole legs with clusters
of fruit at knees, stretchers centering a large basket of
fruit, casters, height 28 1/4 in., diameter 26 1/2 in. Sold
for $54,970.00 on January 31, 2015.
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A Very Fine American Rococo Carved Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York,
signed "J. H. Belter & Co..." in script, molded white marble
top on conforming base with apron flowers and foliage,
cabriole legs with dolphin heads, joined by stretcher with
basket of flowers, height 30 1/2 in., width 42 in. depth 32
1/4 in. Sold for $54,970.00 on January 31, 2015.
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An Impressive American Renaissance Carved Oak Bedroom Suite in the Henry II Taste, mid-19th c., New York, comprising a bedstead, "princess" dresser, dressing bureau, a pair of bedside commodes, a writing table, a barrel back chair, and a pair of side chairs; carved with putto terms, strapwork, cartouches, lion heads, dolphins, shells and scrolling acanthus, the case pieces and barrel back chair all with impressed stamp "2401", bedstead height 92 in., interior width 59 in., interior length 83 in.; princess dresser height 82 in., width 68 in,. depth 19 ½ in., dressing bureau height 86 ½ in., width 61 in., depth 29 ½ in., commode height 34 ¼ in., width 19 ½ in., depth 19 in., writing table height 29 in., width 30 in., depth 43 ½ in. (9 pcs.)
Sold for $52,580.00 on January 31, 2015.
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A
Fine American Neo-Grec Rosewood, Maple, and Marquetry Cabinet,
c.
1870, Thomas Godey, Baltimore, sold on February 19th, 2005 for $51,700
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Very Fine American Classical Mahogany Four Post Tester Bed,
early
19th c.
Sold for $51,750.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa,
mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as Fountain Elms, rose-carved crests on serpentine scroll rails reticulated with foliate carving and terminating in grape clusters, curved arm supports, knees and shaped seat rails carved with roses, cabriole legs, casters, now with later tufted scarlet damask upholstery, height 48 in., width 83 3/4 in., depth 38 in.
Sold on April 18, 2009 for $49,937.00 |
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Center Table, mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, related to the well-known example at Rosalie, Natchez, the serpentine white marble top, shaped skirt with foliate and floral carving, cabriole legs terminating with heads of a dolphin, boar, eagle and wolf, respectively, on S scroll supports centered on an octagonal stem, casters below, height 28 1/2 in., width 43 in., depth 34 in.
Sold on April 18, 2009 for $49,937.00 |
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An Important American Renaissance Extensively Inlaid and Gilt-Incised Rosewood Parlor Cabinet, c. 1865, attributed to Herter Brothers, New York, the blocked and scrolled backsplash centered with an inlaid roundel of a moth surrounded by incised leaves, the terminals in the form of lion's paws, the pedimented center section with baize inset top, Greek key frieze, canted gilt anthemion incised deep molding above a small paneled inlaid drawer, the architectonic door centered with a relief carved figure of Demeter, the Greek goddess of the harvest, depicted here with a sheaf of wheat and holding a sickle. The side cabinets with inlaid panel doors with Classical urns of flowers, small drawers above and below, each section flanked by stop fluted, scrolled acanthus carved stiles, raised on a blocked base with conforming feet, height 59 in., width 67 in., depth 22 in.
Sold on October 11, 2008 for $48,175.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved Rosewood Étagère Cabinet, c. 1850-1860, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, elaborate reticulated arched crest with high relief grapes and flowers, the mirrored back flanked by shelves supported on grape-carved scrolled brackets, original serpentine white marble top over mirrored doors, flanked by serpentine shelves on baluster supports, foliate carved base with disc feet, height 98 in., width 59 in., depth 16 1/2 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $48,175.00 |
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An American Chippendale Carved Walnut Chest-on-Chest,
c. 1760, probably Delaware Valley, the molded broken arch
crest centered by a shell, turned finials; upper case with
three drawers over four graduated drawers; lower case with
two short drawers over two long drawers; ogee bracket feet,
height 95 1/2 in., width 45 3/4 in., depth 24 5/8 in.. Sold
for $47,800.00 on February 4th, 2012.
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The Waring Family American Gothic Carved Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1845, after a design by Alexander Jackson Davis
(1803-1892), New York, original hexagonal black marble top,
conforming skirt with ripple molding and acorn pendants,
cluster supports with foliate collars, shaped plinth with
trefoil terminals, casters, height 30 3/4 in., width 40 1/2
in., depth 35 3/4 in. Sold for $47,800.00 on November 19th,
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Rare Federal Inlaid Cherrywood Reverse Serpentine Tall Chest, c. ,1800 Kentucky. Sold October
4, 2003 for $47,150.00 |
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A Fine Pair of American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Armchairs, c. 1850-1860, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as "Tuthill King", each with cornucopia and floral carved crest continuing to scrolled and reticulated stiles, oval padded back, outswept arms, serpentine seat, cabriole legs ending in casters, height 44 in., original finish.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $47,000.00 |
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A Fine and Rare American Carved and Laminated Rosewood Dresser, mid-19th c., labeled "J.H. Belter Patent August 19, 1853" arched floral carved mirror with scrolled sides, the original marble top above reverse serpentine base, the top drawer fitted with serpentine compartments and the sides with well carved floral stiles, height 93 in., width 49 1/2 in., depth 23 1/2 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $47,000.00 |
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Edward Henry Potthast (American, 1857‑1927), "Full Sail at Cape Ann", oil on canvas, signed "E. Potthast" lower right, 20 in. x 24 in., period frame.
Sold
for $46,360.00 on September 24, 2016 |
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An
American Chippendale Carved Mahogany Highboy, c. 1770, New York,
height 75 1/2 in. Provenance: Ginsburg and Levy, New York.
Sold on October 2nd, 2004 for $46,000 |
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Rare American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York,
elaborately carved floral and urn serpentine high crest with
scrolled acanthus and dolphin motif, cornucopia uprights, serpentine
fruit and floral-carved seat rail, foliate cabriole legs, casters,
h. 53 3/4 in., w. 91 in., d. 34 in. Sold for $45,140.00 on November
23, 2019. |
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Very Fine and Rare American Rococo Revival Carved Rosewood
Center Table,
mid‑19th c., attr. to John Henry Belter, New York,
distinctive undulating white marble top, highly carved frieze
centered by portrait busts, lion's mask corners, scrolling vines,
crouching winged figural supports, paw feet, casters, h. 29 in., w.
46 1/2 in., d. 31 in. Sold on November 18, 2017 for $45,140.00
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An
Important American Finely Carved Oak Dining Room Suite, late 19th
c., attributed to R. J. Horner Co., New York, executed in the High
Renaissance taste, comprising eight sidechairs, a banquet dining table
with seven leaves, a mirror-backed sideboard, a server, and a china
cabinet, china cabinet height 83 in., armchair height 51 in., dining
table height 31 in., diameter 54 in., extended length 142 in.
Sold June 8, 2002 for $44,850. |
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An Important American Gothic Carved Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1845, after a design by Alexander Jackson Davis
(1803-1892), New York, original hexagonal white marble top,
conforming skirt with ripple molding and acorn pendants,
cluster supports with foliate collars, shaped plinth with
trefoil terminals, casters, height 31 in., diameter 43 in.
Sold on November 20th, 2010 for $44,812.50
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An Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Étagère,
c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York,
broken arch cornice carved with cherubs, urns and fruit;
three arched mirrors, bracket shelves and lower marble
stands, serpentine base with white marble top, foliate
cartouches, acanthine feet, height 107 in., width 62 in.
Sold for $44,812.00 on January 31, 2015.
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Very Fine American Chippendale Carved Mahogany Highboy,
late 18th c., Philadelphia, reverse incised "Property Mrs.
J.A. Haskell", flame finials, floral‑carved scrolled and
molded cornice, acanthine and shell‑carved panel, upper case
with a bank of eight drawers, fluted and chamfered stiles,
conforming lower case with three drawers, shaped apron,
acanthine cabriole legs, ball and claw feet, h. 96 1/2 in.,
w. 45 in., d. 24 in. Sold on November 18, 2017 for
$43,920.00
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Fine American Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, shaped marble top, extensively carved apron with grapes and flowers, acanthus and floral carved cabriole legs, scrolled stretchers with central basket of flowers, acanthine feet, casters, h. 28 3/4 in., w. 33 3/4 in., d. 26 1/2 in.
Sold on September 9, 2017 for $43,920.00 |
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Oscar Edmund Berninghaus (American/New Mexico, 1874‑1952), "American Indian on Horseback, Taos", oil on board, signed and inscribed "Taos" lower right, "Noonan‑Kocian Co., St. Louis" sticker en verso, 10 in. x 12 in., framed with artist plaque.
Sold for $42,700.00 on September 24, 2016 |
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Half Tester Bed,
mid-19th c., New Orleans, related to the bed at Lansdowne in
Natchez, MS, purchased from Prudent Mallard; having a
serpentine tester with beaded molding and finials, tapered
cluster column posts, foliate-carved scalloped paneled
headboard with ripple molding; highly carved foliate and
flower-carved scalloped rails, arched footboard with rounded
ribbon-carved corners, carved and fluted low posts fitted
with mosquito bars, height 125 in., length 86 in., interior
width 68 1/2 in.
Sold on November 20th, 2010
for $42,700.00
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An American William and Mary Maple and Mixed Woods Armchair,
early 18th c., foliate crest, finials, tapered stiles,
molded slats, scrolled arms on turned uprights, rush seat,
turned and blocked legs ending in "Spanish" feet,
bulbous-turned stretchers. Sold for $42,300.00 on September
12th, 2009.
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A Very Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Bed, c. 1850-1860, bearing the patent stamp of John Henry Belter, New York, serpentine headboard with scrolled crest centered by a basket of flowers with garlands, the serpentine sides with foliate scrolls and blossoms, padded serpentine rails, the low foot board with scrolled molding and anthemion cartouche, scrolled bracket feet, height 64 in., length 78 in., width 52 in.
Sold on October 11, 2008 for $42,000.00 |
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The Mary Lawrence Carved and Painted Oak "Hadley" Chest, c. 1708, Hatfield, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, façade with tulip flower and leaf design, central panel with the initials "ML" under a heart, later hinged lid inscribed "AOS 1844", pine secondary wood, height 34 in., width 47 3/4 in., depth 20 3/4 in.; accompanied by a copy of The Hadley Chest
by Clair Franklin Luther, 1935, Copy #459. Sold for
$41,825.00 on April 25, 2014.
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An
American Chippendale Walnut Bonnet-Tip Chest-on-Chest, c.
1760-80, Philadelphia, signed “G. Claypoole Junr.” (George Claypoole,
Jr., 1730-1793)
Sold April 1998 for $41,800. |
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A Very Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Étagère, c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, high relief floral and acanthus crest above a central domed mirror flanked by arched mirrored sections each fitted with three demilune
shelves and a shaped marble shelf, all set on a serpentine
base with molded marble top, height 107 in., width 60 in.,
depth 17 1/2 in. Sold for $41,480.00 on January 31, 2015.
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Very Fine American Carved Rosewood Etagere/Sideboard, c. 1855,
attributed to J. and J.W. Meeks, New York
Sold on April 3rd, 2004 for $41,400 |
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A Good George III Mahogany and Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase,
c. 1790, the banded and dentil cornice over an elaborately
inlaid frieze centered by a musical trophy, glazed doors
with Gothic tracery enclosing banded shelves; the lower case
with finely figured ovoid panels, conforming blocked base,
height 103 1/2 in., width 117 in., depth 31 in. Sold for
$41,125.00 on September 12th, 2009.
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Armoire,
mid-19th c., New Orleans, the foliate crest centered with a
flower urn, melon finials, arch cornice with bead molding,
two massive panel doors opening to a fitted interior
(possibly reconfigured), plinth drawer, bun feet, casters,
retains original surface, height 121 in., width 75 in.,
depth 27 in. Sold for $41,125.00 on October 11th, 2008
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A Good American Chippendale Birch
Oxbow Chest of Drawers, c. 1770-1790, Salem, Massachusetts, the
molded top above graduated drawers fitted with original pulls, the base
molding with fan carving, on scalloped bracket ball and claw feet,
height 34 in., width 39 in., depth 22 in. Sold on September 30, 2006
for $38,187.50 |
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An
American Rococo Laminated Rosewood Parlor Suite, mid-19th c.,
attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, comprised of a sofa,
armchair and pair of sidechairs, in a variation of the pattern commonly
referred to as “Hawkins”, with very finely carved floral and grape
motif, sinuous serpentine form, the backs with tall crests, cabriole
arms and legs ending in casters, “estate” condition, sofa height 48
in., width 59 in., depth 26 in. Note: A nearly identical parlor suite,
attributed to Joseph W. Meeks and presented to his daughter, Sophia
Theresa at her marriage to Dexter Hawkins, is conserved by the Metropolitan
Museum of Art, New York.
Reference: see Davidson and Stillinger, The American Wing, The Metropolitan
Museum of Art, p. 169, pl. 261, 262.
Sold on March 4, 2006 for $38,187.50 |
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Fine Federal Inlaid and Brass-Mounted Mahogany Tall Case Clock, c. 1800-1810, Roxbury, Massachusetts, clock dial signed "Simon
Willard."
Sold on December 8, 2000 for $37,950. |
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An Important Wooten Ebonized, Gilt-Incised Walnut and Burled Extra-Grade Rotary Desk, c. 1876, with pedimented cylinder top, finely fitted satinwood interior, tooled leather writing surface on hinged fitted pedestal cabinets, interestingly stenciled on the bottom of drawer "T. G. Sellew III Fulton St., N.Y.", height 63 1/2 in., width 56 in., depth 30 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $37,600.00 |
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An American Renaissance Carved and Burled Walnut Sideboard, mid-19th c., attributed to Alexander Roux, New York, crest centered by an elk's head, two shelves on fruit carved supports, D end rouge marble top on conforming case, height 78 in., width 81 1/2 in., depth 25 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $37,600.00 |
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An
American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1790, by Matthew
Egerton, New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Sold June 3, 2000 for $37,400. |
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Oscar Edmund Berninghaus (American/New Mexico, 1874‑1952), "In a Street in Taos", oil on canvas, signed and inscribed "Taos, N.M." lower left, signed and titled on handwritten label and "Noonan‑Kocian Co., St. Louis" sticker en verso, 16 1/4 in. x 20 1/4 in., framed with artist plaque.
Sold for $36,600.00 on September 24, 2016 |
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A Very Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Bedstead,
c. 1850-1860, bearing the patent stamps of John Henry
Belter, New York, arched floral and volute crest, serpentine
frame, rounded bracket feet, height 65 in., interior length
81 1/2 in., interior width 63 in. Sold on February 23, 2013
for $35,850.00
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An American Queen Anne Carved Walnut Highboy,
mid-18th c., Massachusetts, broken arch pediment with
spiral-turned finials, upper case with central fan drawer
flanked by shaped drawers over four graduated drawers; lower
case with a long drawer over fan drawer and flanking
drawers, turned pendants, cabriole legs, pad feet, white
pine secondary wood, height 85 1/8 in., width 40 7/8 in.,
depth 21 1/4 in. Sold for $34,655.00 on July 13th, 2013.
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Fine and Rare American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-60, New York, the rear leg branded "J. H. Belter/Cabinet
Maker /372 Broadway/New York."
Sold on December 5, 1997 for $34,100. |
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Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood
Armchair, c. 1850 1860, attr. to
John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as
"Cornucopia", tall crest carved in high relief, acanthus
carved uprights, exuberant serpentine seat rail with massive
floral carvings, carved cabriole legs, casters, h. 46 1/2
in. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $33,687
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York,
serpentine marble top, C-scrolled dolphin, eagle, lion and
hound supports, scrolled feet, pierced stretchers centering
a fruit and flower urn finial, casters, height 29 in.,
length 42 in., width 32 3/4 in. Sold for $33,460.00 on
September 15th, 2012. |
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An American Classical Gilt Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Box Sofa, c. 1825, New York, back scrolled crest rail with molded tablet, cylindrical arms with columnar supports, acanthine legs, melon feet, brass casters, height 34 in., width 80 in., depth 31 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $32,900.00 |
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A Pair of American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Armchairs, mid-19th c., attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, found en suite with the preceding sofa, having floral cartouche crests, gadrooned moldings, pierced scroll work, padded shaped arms, serpentine seat on carved cabriole legs, height 45 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $32,900.00 A RECORD PRICE FOR A PAIR OF CHAIRS BY THE FAMOUS FIRM AT THEIR TIME OF AUCTION |
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A Pair of American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Méridiennes,
mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in
the pattern known as "Fountain Elms", each with cornucopia,
floral, fruit and nut carved crest, scrolling stiles,
serpentine backs, cabriole legs, casters, "original state",
height 38 7/8 in., width 38 7/8 in., depth 24 3/4 in. Sold
for $32,862.50 on May 22nd, 2010.
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An Important American Renaissance Inlaid, Porcelain and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Rosewood Parlor Cabinet,
c. 1865, attributed to Herter Brothers, New York, the
blocked and scrolled backsplash centered with a porcelain
roundel, terminals in the form of lion's paws, original red
velvet inset tops, Greek key frieze, canted gilt anthemion
incised deep moldings above a small paneled inlaid drawer,
the architectonic doors with bronze panels, each section
flanked by stop fluted scrolled acanthus carved stiles and
chevron inlaid panels, low drawers and conforming blocked
base, height 60 3/4 in., width 66 5/8 in. Sold for
$32,312.50 on April 18th, 2009. |
  
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Fine American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1790 1810, probably School of John Shaw, Maryland, breakfronted
top, pair quarter fan inlaid doors flanking shell inlaid
panel, 2 drawers and deep drawer to sides, square tapered
cuffed legs, h. 37 1/2 in., w. 71 1/2 in., d. 23 7/8 in.
Sold for $32,265.00 on June 27, 2015.. |
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A Fine American Rococo Carved Rosewood Bedroom Suite, c. 1860, comprising a bedstead, mirror back dresser, washstand, and "A.C. Richards" commode; bed with tall headboard and elaborately carved and reticulated crest with fruit and flowers, sprite figure finials above a large round panel; dresser crest with shield and foliage, acanthus brackets set on a shaped and molded marble top above serpentine case with four drawers; washstand with marble top and tall backsplash with candle sconces; demilune
commode cabinet with marble top and backsplash, washstand
height 47 1/8 in., width 35 1/2 in., depth 20 1/2 in.;
commode height 35 3/4 in., width 25 3/4 in., depth 18 1/4
in.; dresser height 109 in., width 47 1/4 in., depth 24 3/4
in.; bed height 109 in., width 56 1/4 in., length 75 in.
Sold for $32,265.00 on January 31, 2015.
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Parlor Suite, mid-19th c., attributed to J. & J.W.
Meeks, New York, in the pattern referred to as "Hawkins",
comprising a sofa, three armchairs and two side chairs,
finely carved floral and grape motif, sinuous serpentine
form, the backs with tall crests, cabriole arms and legs,
later casters, sofa height 49 in., width 64 in., depth 25
in. Sold for $32,265.00 on November 19th, 2011 |
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An Important American Renaissance Carved and Ebonized Walnut Bedroom Suite, late 19th c., atributed
to Allen & Bro., Philadelphia, comprising two mirror-backed
dressing chests and a monumental bedstead; the bedstead with
fan crest above an arched cornice, paneled frieze with
bronzed roundel of Demeter surrounded by garlands, paneled
headboard, fan-carved corners, conforming footboard and
rails; dresser height 119 in., width 49 in., depth 23 in.
and height 118 in., width 60 1/2 in., depth 20 in.; bedstead
height 113 in., length 80 1/2 in., width 62 1/2 in. Sold for
$32,265.00 on September
11th, 2010. |
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Fine and Rare Creole Inlaid Mahogany Armoire,
Louisiana, c. 1810 1830, molded cornice, frieze inlaid with
dianthus, recessed panel doors, false stile inlaid with
egret and cattails, arrow pattern string inlay throughout,
fiche hinges, pressed brass escutcheons, well fitted
interior with belt of drawers and shelves, spurred and
scalloped skirt, cabriole legs, cypress secondary wood, h.
83 3/4 in., w. 60 in., d. 23 in. Sold on September 12, 2015
for $31,850
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An Important American Rococo Carved Mahogany Half-Tester Bed, mid-19th c., attributed to Prudent Mallard, New Orleans, reticulated crest with foliate carving on a serpentine half-tester with large beaded molding, fluted posts; paneled and arched headboard with cabochon cartouche; carved bracketed rails and footboard; foot post with melon finials, toupie
feet, tester retains partial upholstery remnants, much of
original dark surface intact, height 128 in., mattress width
60 1/2 in., length 80 in., overall width 68 in., length 91
in. Sold for $31,725.00 on May 3rd, 2008
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A
Fine Monumental American Gothic Carved Oak Armchair,
c. 1857,
designed by Alexander Jackson Davis, New York, sold on February 18th,
2005 for $31,725 |
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An
American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Sofa,
attributed
to John Henry Belter.
Sold on February 8, 2003 for $31,625.
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An Important New Orleans Carved Mahogany Armoire, c. 1840, stenciled label "From Dutreuil Barjon" on the interior backboard, ogee and beaded cornice, pair of "wavy" molded panel doors, interior with original belt of three drawers, ogee plinth, on bracket feet, height 100 in., width 73 in., depth 28 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $30,550.00 |
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A Fine American Federal Mahogany Campeche Chair, c. 1800-1825, probably Philadelphia, shaped crest, scrolled flat arms, shepherd's crook supports, curule legs connected by turned stretcher, in a fine state of preservation, height 40 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $30,550.00 |
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A Good Pair of American Renaissance Inlaid and Gilt-Incised Rosewood, Marquetry and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Pedestals, c. 1870, New York, each with fabric covered plinths, with an open brass roundel, anthemion inlaid frieze, each panel centered with bronze medallions alternating with carved rosette, gilt bronze banding, incised and scrolled bracket corners and blocked feet, height 41 in., width 22 in., depth 22 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $30,550.00 |
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A Fine American Renaissance Walnut and Burled Walnut Bedroom Suite, c. 1860-70, comprising a bedstead with architectonic headboard having baldachin crest with a bust of Shakespeare, bracketed rail inscribed "Cook and Dain, Syracuse, NY", footboard centered by a concentric boss, height 102 in., width 66 in., length 72 in.; the dresser crested with bust of Lord Byron over an arched pediment, shaped mirror, glove boxes, marble top, and three breakfronted drawers, height 98 in., width 51 in., depth 21 in.; washstand with marble top and canted strapwork corners, height 33 in., width 39 in., depth 19 in.; and the bedside commode with marble top, height 34 1/2 in., width 20 1/2 in., depth 18 1/2 in., all pieces bearing museum accession numbers 764691a-764694.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $30,550.00 |
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Fine Pair of American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Sidechairs,
c. 1855-1860, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, sold on February
19th, 2005 for $30,550. |
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Exceptional American Rococo Carved Rosewood Étagère, c. 1850-1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, reticulated crest with phoenix, volutes, and scrolled acanthus; arched mirror flanked by four serpentine shelves, elaborately turned supports; shaped marble-top base with applied floral ornament, h. 132 in., w. 88 in. Sold for
$30,500.00 on February 19, 2016 |
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Important American Gothic Carved Rosewood
Octagonal Center Table, c. 1844, labeled Crawford
Riddell, Philadelphia, original white marble top, carved and paneled
frieze fitted with four opposing drawers; faceted paneled columnar
support, stepped plinth, outset octagonal blocked feet, h. 31 1/2
in., w. 38 3/4 in., d. 38 3/4 in. Sold on November 21, 2015 for
$28,175.
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An
American Walnut "Plantation" Desk,
c. 1830.
Sold for $28,750.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A
Rare Pair of American Late Federal Mahogany Bowfront Chests, Philadelphia,
c. 1810-1825.
Sold on October 12, 2002 for $27,600. |
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An Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, the serpentine white marble top above a conforming pierced skirt with grapevine carving, each side centered by a Renaissance portrait bust; fruit carved cabriole legs connected by C scroll stretchers, centered by a floral and fruit urn, casters, height 28 in., width 40 in., depth 29 in.
Sold for $27,060.00 on April 21st, 2012. |
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An American Renaissance Ebonized, Gilt Incised, Burled Walnut and Chased Copper Cabinet, c. 1880, attributed Allen & Brother, Philadelphia, the sienna marble top above a blocked frieze with cartouche carved drawer and relief chased copper paneled door depicting Venus rising from a scallop shell with Cupid at her side, flanked by niches and female terms in Renaissance costume, molded blocked base, the whole with elaborately carved moldings, original ebonization, incising and surface, height 51 in., width 78 in., depth 21 1/2 in.
Sold on October 11, 2009 for $27,025.00 |
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An American Renaissance Ebonized, Gilt Incised, Burled Walnut and Chased Copper Cabinet, c. 1880, attributed Allen & Brother, Philadelphia, the sienna marble top above a blocked frieze with cartouche carved drawer and relief chased copper paneled door depicting Venus rising from a scallop shell with Cupid at her side, flanked by niches and female terms in Renaissance costume, molded blocked base, the whole with elaborately carved moldings, original ebonization,
incising and surface, height 51 in., width 78 in., depth 21
1/2 in. Sold for $27,025.00 on October 11th, 2008
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A Fine Louisiana Classical Carved Walnut Campeche Chair, mid-19th c., trilobed arched crest flanked by acorn finials, incurvate arms on turned supports, curule base with concentric boss, turned stretchers, continuous back and seat upholstered in black leather with nailhead
trim, height 47 in. Sold for $27,025.00 on May 3rd, 2008
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American Classical Carved Mahogany Sarcophagus Cellarette,
c. 1825, attr. to Anthony Quervelle, Philadelphia, molded
raised diamond paneled lid, acanthus and shell border,
segmented fan front, anthemion corners, gadrooned edge, h.
19 in., w. 28 1/8 in., d. 17 in. Sold on November 21, 2015
for $26,950.
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American Renaissance Carved and Burled Walnut Sideboard,
mid-19th c., attr. to Alexander Roux, New York,
superstructure crest centered by an elk's head, over two
shelves, fruit-carved supports, demilune rouge marble top,
four drawers and four cabinet doors with game trophies and grape
clusters, blocked base, h. 78 in., w. 81 1/2 in., d. 25 in. Sold on
July 14, 2018 for $26,840.00
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Fine American Rococo Carved Mahogany Half Tester Bed, mid 19th
c., Sold October 4, 2003 for $26,450.00 |
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Half-Tester Bed,
c. 1850, New Orleans, of the well-known group of historic
furniture, often referred to as "Lansdowne", serpentine
beaded tester, cluster column posts, beaded paneled
headboard surmounted by a fruit filled urn and reticulated
scroll elements, shaped highly carved rails, foot posts with
mosquito bars, casters, height 119 in., interior length 87
1/2 in., interior width 66 1/2 in. Sold for $26,290.00 on November 21,
2014.
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A Very Fine American Classical Stencil-Decorated and Carved Mahogany Extension Dining Table,
early 19th c., New York, comprising a pair of D end consoles
and drop leaf center, two detached leaves, frieze with
geometric gilt stenciling, columnar supports on square
plinths, acanthus carved scroll legs, paw feet, casters,
height 30 in., width 49 in., total extended length 162 3/4
in., console length 24 1/2 in., center width 24 in. Sold for
$26,290.00 on April 25, 2014.
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An American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Center Table, attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, mid-19th c., New York, the original marble top, pierced scalloped rocaille carved skirt centered by clusters of flowers, on scrolled cabriole legs with floral carved knees, scrolled toes fitted with casters, shaped pierced stretcher centered with a fruit and flower filled tazza, foliate urn and lobed pendant drop, height 30 1/2 in., width 46 in., depth 29 1/2 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $25,800.00 |
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Rare Acadian Cypress Table a Treteau, late
18th/early 19th c., Louisiana, two board plank top, trestle base
with splayed legs, stretchers, h. 31 1/2 in., w. 72 in., d. 40 1/2
in. Sold on November 18, 2017 for $25,620.00
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, in the "Rosalie" pattern, rosewood top, floral‑carved apron, dolphin‑carved legs, stretcher with floral bouquet, casters, h. 30 1/2 in., w. 42 1/2 in., d. 32 1/2 in.
Sold for $25,620.00 on September 24, 2016 |
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Fine American Rococo Carved Rosewood Bedroom Set, mid-19th c.,
Baltimore.
Sold on October 12, 2002 for $25,300.
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A Fine and Rare American Renaissance Bronze-Mounted, Shell and Rosewood Inlaid, Ebonized and Marquetry Center Table, c. 1870, New York, marquetry by J. Cremer, shaped top centering floral spray, conforming frieze with rosette and figural mounts, turned, blocked and fluted legs, incurvate
stretcher centering an urn, anthemion and hoof feet, height
30 in., width 54 in., depth 36 in. Sold for $25,095.00 on
September 13, 2014.
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A Rare American Carved Oak U.S. House of Representatives Chair, mid-19th c., attributed to Bembe & Kimbel, New York, the crest with federal shield surrounded by oak leaf clusters, shaped stiles with oak and bellflower, scrolled arm terminals, highly carved seat rail and turned legs, seat frame stamped 86 and marked CCCX.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $24,675.00 |
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Very Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, in the "Tuthill King" pattern, reticulated C-scroll crest surmounted by cornucopiae and flowers, curved arm supports, shaped foliate-carved seat rail, cabriole legs, casters, h. 45 1/2 in., w. 77 in., d. 28 in.
Sold
for $24,500.00 on February 19, 2016 |
 | Very Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, "Fountain Elms" pattern, rose‑carved crest, reticulated serpentine rails, scrolled arms, shaped seat, floral apron, cabriole legs, casters, h. 47 in., w. 86 in., d. 33 3/4 in. Sold on February 11, 2017 for $24,400.00 |
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A Very Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Tester Bed, 19th c., probably Louisiana, tester with canted cornice on pineapple, rope and acanthus carved posts; paneled rails, distinctive reeded
legs, brass ball feet, height 122 in., length 82 in., width
62 in. Sold for
$23,900.00 on November 21,
2014.
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A Pair of American Classical Bronze-Mounted and Gilded Mahogany Pier Tables, early 19th c., New York, each rectangular marble top over figured frieze, marble columnar supports, mirrored back flanked by pilasters, incurvate stretcher shelf, linear stencilling, gilt and verde antico
lobed acanthus feet, height 37 7/8 in., width 41 1/8 in.,
depth 20 in. Sold for $23,900.00 on November 17th, 2012. |
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An American Aesthetic Ebonized, Marble and Inlaid Bedroom Suite, c. 1880, Herter Bros., New York, marquetry inlaid panels, incised, reeded and Japonesque
carved decoration throughout; comprising a bedstead,
nightstand, tall chest (stamped Herter Bros.), and a
princess dresser, all pulls original, bedstead height 62
in., length 80 1/2 in., width 60 in.; night stand height 30
in., width 18 in., depth 18 in.; chest height 41 3/4 in.,
width 28 in., depth 18 1/2 in.; princess dresser height 86
in., width 61 in., depth 17 3/4 Sold for $23,900.00 on
November 19th, 2011
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Ten American Renaissance Carved Oak Dining Chairs,
late 19th c., incl. 2 armchairs and 8 side chairs, elaborately
carved backs with opposing pairs of lions flanking shield, acanthus
arms, cabriole legs, paw feet, tufted red leatherette upholstery,
casters. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $23,750
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A Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Étagère,
mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, the
elaborate reticulated crest carved with grapes, flowers and
scrolls; tall mirror frame with trefoil top and flanked by
eight graduated shelves with opposing scroll and turned
supports, serpentine white marble top on conforming plinth
with foliate and scroll cartouches, disc feet, casters,
height 85 in., width 60 in., depth 16 in. Sold for
$23,500.00 on April 18th, 2009. |
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An Exceptional American Rococo Carved Rosewood Étagère, mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, the crest centered with a Federal shield, floral garlands and C scrolls, the scalloped graduated shelves flanking an arched mirror, scroll supports on the upper tiers, lotus carved and fluted supports below, original serpentine marble top, conforming plinth base with foliate carved cartouche, tall anthemion carved feet, height 91 1/2 in., width 60 in., depth 15 1/2 in.
Sold on October 11, 2008 for $23,500.00 |
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A Late Federal Carved Mahogany Armchair, c. 1810, bearing partial paper label “Constanti...
Maker...”, Thomas Constantine, New York, rectangular
upholstered back and seat, shaped arms with concentric boss
terminals, turned front legs, brass cuffs and casters,
height 38 in. Sold for $23,500.00 on May 3rd, 2008
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A Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Secretaire and Bookcase, c. 1825, Baltimore, canted cornice, arch frieze, pilasters flanking distinctive glazed doors with mandorla and lozenge mullions over two drawers, the lower case with fitted drawer on Ionic columnar supports, incurvate plinth, melon feet, height 90 1/2 in., width 42 3/4 in., depth 22 3/4 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $23,500.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-1860, New York, in the design commonly referred to as the "Bird" pattern, constructed of over seven layers of laminate with floral crest carved with a pair of birds, reticulated arabesque rail, padded arms, serpentine seat, cabriole legs, casters, height 50 in., width 73 in., depth 27 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $23,500.00 |
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An
American Southern Cherrywood Side Table on Cabriole Legs, late
18th c., sold on February 19th, 2005 for $23,500 |
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Rare Pair of Santo Domingo Mahogany Armoires, late 18th/early 19th c., molded cornice, flush panel doors, adjustable shelf interior, scalloped apron, notched cabriole legs, hoof feet, h. 70 in., w. 56 1/2 in., 23 in.
Sold for $23,180.00 on February 19, 2016 |
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Louisiana Carved Walnut Armoire in the Louis XV Style, late 18th/early
19th c.
Sold for $23,000.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A Fine American Classical Mahogany Grecian Sofa, early 19th c., attributed to Anthony Quervelle, Philadelphia, the scrolled acanthus-carved back terminating in a boss, acanthus and cornucopia scrolled arm, gadrooned seat rail, foliate volute-carved paw feet, casters, height 32 in., length 72 in., depth 21 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $22,912.50 |
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An American Federal Carved Cherrywood and Inlaid Secretary Bookcase,
1795-1810, restorations, Hagerstown, Washington County,
Maryland, upper case with swan's neck pediment, urn finials
and meandering vine inlay over doors, slant front desk
enclosing fitted interior, two short over three graduated
drawers, ogee bracket feet, the whole with compass star and
quarter fan inlay, and spiral fluted corners, height 95 in.,
width 41 in., depth 23 in. Sold for $22,705.00 on November
19th, 2011
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Very Rare American Renaissance Burled, Gilt
Incised, Parcel Ebonized, Bronze Mounted and Marquetry
Center Table, c. 1870, New York, oblong top with central reserve of
tigers in a jungle setting, urns and floral border; stop fluted
legs, shaped stretchers centering an urn, pad feet, casters, h. 31
in., w. 55 in., d. 30 in. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $22,662
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Paul T. Frankl Mahogany and Lacquered Wood "Skyscraper" Bookcase, c. 1928, back with metal tag reading "SKY/SCRAPER/FURNITURE/FRANKL GALLERIES/4 EAST 48th ST. NEW YORK", superstructure with small cabinet above open compartments, two doors, molded waist, two drawers, divided shelves, reeded blocked feet, h.
71 in., w. 34 in., d. 14 1/2 in. Sold on March 24, 2018 for
$22,500.00 |
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An American Classical Mahogany and Brass Inlaid Secretary Bookcase, early 19th c., attributed to John Meads, Albany, New York, the flared cornice with arched frieze above palmette carved glazed doors flanked by Ionic columns, small drawers below, the base with shaped escritoire drawer and inset cupboards flanked by conforming columns on massive acanthus carved paw feet, height 94 in., width 48 in., depth 24 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $22,325.00 |
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A Fine American Carved Rosewood and Laminated Armchair, mid-19th c., attributed to J. H. Belter, New York, arched floral crest, pierced grape and floral carved padded back centered by a shell, serpentine molded arms and seat rail with flower cluster on rose carved cabriole legs, height 40 1/2 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $22,325.00 |
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A Fine American Walnut Tall Chest in the Chippendale Taste late 18th c., found in Leesburg, VA. "neatly" signed underside of top, albeit illegible, in a fine original state, having cove molded cornice above reeded banding, three over five graduated molded drawers flanked by reeded quarter columns, raised on bold ogee scalloped bracket feet, retains period hardware, with pine and poplar secondary woods, height 67 3/4 in., width 44 1/2 in., depth 24 in.
Sold for $22,325.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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pair of Philadelphia late federal mahogany bowfront chests,
early
19th c., sold on April 16th, 2005 for $22,325.00. |
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Rare Pair of American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Meridiennes,
c. 1850-1860, by J.H. Belter, New York, sold on February 19th, 2005
for $22,325 |
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An Early George III Inlaid Mahogany Bureau Bookcase, c. 1770, the swan's neck pediment with rosette terminals and fretwork panels flanking a fluted acroteria,
figured frieze, glazed doors with Gothic tracery, shelf
interior; slant front lid, the desk interior finely inlaid
and fitted with a prospect door, two gallery drawers, letter
slots and banks of eight drawers; two short over three long
graduated drawers, ogee bracket feet, height 92 1/2 in.,
width 46 in., depth 23 in. Sold for $22,200.00 on September
12th, 2009. |
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Fine Pair of American Rococo Carved and Laminated
Rosewood Side Chairs, c. 1850 1860, attr.
to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as
"Cornucopia", tall crest carved in high relief, acanthus
carved uprights, exuberant serpentine seat rail with massive
floral carvings, carved cabriole legs, casters, h. 38 1/2
in. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $22,050
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Fine American Carved and Inlaid Rosewood Double-Easel, c. 1875,
New York, attributed to Herter Brothers.
Sold on July 30, 1999 for $22,000. |
     | American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, turtleback marble top, pierced grapevine‑carved apron, cabriole legs, foliate stretcher centered by basket of flowers, casters, h. 28 1/2 in., w. 41 in., d. 29 in. Sold on January 27, 2018 for
$21,960.00 |
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, in the "Fountain Elms" pattern, rose-carved crest, reticulated serpentine rails, scrolled arms, shaped seat, floral apron, cabriole legs, casters, h. 47 in., w. 86 in., d. 33 3/4 in. Sold for
$21,960.00 on February 19, 2016 |
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Good Diminutive American Classical Carved Mahogany Armoire, early
19th c.
Sold for $21,850.00 on May 17, 2003.
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An American Carved Oak Hall Seat, c. 1880-1900, probably R.J. Horner, New York, crest formed by two massive lions, paneled back with fluted bombé
base, lift seat, open interior, flanked by a pair of griffin
supports, height 59 in., width 54 in. Sold for $21,510.00 on
January 31, 2015.
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A Louisiana Inlaid Cherrywood Armoire,
early 19th c., molded cornice, inlaid frieze centered by a
monogram "B", paneled doors with fiche hinges and center
stile, interior fitted with shelves and medial belt of
drawers, paneled sides, scrolled apron, cabriole legs,
height 83 in., width 55 1/2 in., depth 21 1/2 in. Sold for
$21,510.00 on November 21, 2014.
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Fine American Carved Mahogany Sarcophagus-Form Cellarette, early 19th c., probably Duncan Phyfe, New York, fitted interior accommodating 6 bottles, reeded plinth with urn finials, acanthus carved hairy paw feet, casters, h. 23 1/2 in., w. 27 1/2 in., d. 21 1/2 in.
Sold for $21,350.00 on
February 19, 2016 |
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A Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Étagère, mid-19th c., attributed to John and Joseph W. Meeks, New York, floral carved strapwork
crest, segmented arched mirror back flanked by six shelves
on turned supports, serpentine top with reticulated apron,
cabriole legs, scroll feet, height 104 in., width 69 in.,
depth 24 1/4 in. Sold for $21,150.00 on September 12th,
2009.
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A Southern
Cherry, Pine and Poplar Huntboard in the Hepplewhite Taste c. 1800, North Carolina, Piedmont
region, the breakfronted top with molded edge over drawers and paneled
cabinet doors on slender square tapering legs, height 43 in., width 50
1/2 in., depth 19 1/2 in. Sold on September 30, 2006 for $21,150.00 |
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A Fine American Renaissance Carved Walnut, Burled and Gilt-Decorated Parlor Cabinet, c. 1870, labeled "MOORE, YORK & HOWELL (successors to Moore & Campion) / FINE CABINET FURNITURE WAREROOMS, NOS. 261, 263, & 265 SOUTH SECOND ST., MANUFACTORY 227, 229, 231 ... ST., PHILADELPHIA, ESTABLISHED 1833", anthemion crest, stepped plinth, spring loaded drawer and cupboard flanked by turreted stiles, conforming blocked base, detailed use of strapwork, husk carving and gilt incised overall, satinwood interior, height 55 1/2 in., width 61 in., depth 21 1/2 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $21,150.00 |
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Regency carved giltwood girandole mirror,
c. 1820, sold on April
16th, 2005 for $21,150.00. |
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A Rare American Classical Inlaid Satinwood Astragal End Work Table, c. 1815, attributed to Duncan Phyfe, New York, hinged lid enclosing an interior fitted with a writing panel, looking glass and two demilune trays; the frieze faced as a drawer, tambour door below, reeded urn standard, saber legs with waterleaf carving, brass paw feet, casters, height 31 in., width 25 in., depth 12 1/2 in.
Sold for $20,912.50 on June 30th, 2012. |
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Very Fine and Rare Louisiana Carved Mahogany Armoire, early 19th c., straight cornice, pair of doors with fluted stile, fiche hinges, cast brass escutcheons, original locks; interior with a lower belt of drawers; compartmented side case enclosed to the proper right, reeded legs, brass ball
feet, walnut and poplar secondary woods, h. 92 1/4 in., w.
63 in., d. 22 in. Sold for $20,912.00 on June 27, 2015. |
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Pair of American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood
Side Chairs, c. 1850 1860, attr.
to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as
"Cornucopia", tall crest carved in high relief, acanthus
carved uprights, exuberant serpentine seat rail with massive
floral carvings, carved cabriole legs, casters, h. 39 in.
Sold on September 12, 2015 for $20,825
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Center Table,
c. 1850-1860, attr. to J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, later
inset marble top, extensively carved and reticulated apron
with clusters of grapes and flowers, pierced cabriole legs,
scrolled toes, casters, shaped stretcher surmounted by a
fruit basket, h. 30 1/2 in., w. 45 in., d. 29 in. Sold on
July 14, 2018 for $20,740.00 |
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American Federal Carved and Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1800-1810, attr. John Seymour, Boston, top with turreted corners and reeded edge, three short central drawers over one deep and two bottle drawers, each side drawer over cupboard with shelf interior, reeded pilasters, acanthus-carved and reeded vasiform legs, white pine secondary wood, h. 41 3/4 in., w. 67 in., d. 23 1/2 in. Sold for
$20,740.00 on February 19, 2016 |
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An American Mahogany and Satinwood
Inlaid Bowfront Chest of Drawers, c. 1800-1815, probably Portsmouth, New
Hampshire, the case with four drawers with central satinwood inlay and
banded edges, the apron containing inlaid panel with lozenge, resting on
splayed feet, with fine original brass pulls, height 36 in., width 43
in., depth 21 in. Sold on September 30, 2006 for
$20,562.50 |
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Lady's Armchair, mid-19th c., New York City, the tall crest with floral cartouche, undulating vines and scrolling leaves with grape clusters, scrolled arms, circular seat with cartouche on cabriole legs, finely upholstered in documentary cobalt blue and yellow silk, found en suite with the preceding lot, height 49 in., width 21 in., depth 23 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $20,562.00 |
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A Fine American Classical Stenciled Mahogany Pier Table, c. 1825, New York, white marble top above fruit stenciled frieze with diapered banding, alabaster columns topped by gilt Ionic capitals, tapered pilasters flanking mirror back, incurvate plinth with banding, cornucopia brackets, massive verde antico hairy paw feet, height 36 in., width 37 in., depth 18 1/2 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $20,400.00 |
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An American Classical Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Armoire, c. 1830, the molded cornice above a recessed arched frieze, paneled doors flanked by bronze-mounted tapered colonnettes, the interior with original belt of drawers, later shelves, massive melon carved brass ball feet, height 98 in., width 70 in., depth 28 in.
Sold on October 11, 2008 for $20,400.00 |
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A Very Fine Creole Tropical Hardwood (probably Coffeewood) Armoire, late 18th c., molded cornice on conforming stiles, two doors with distinctive shaped panels, fiche hinges, sides with three graduated panels, back of eight panels, molded and spurred skirt, cabriole legs with terminals on small hoofs; period chalk signature "Pottain...",
height 82 1/2 in., width 57 1/2 in., depth 24 in. Sold for
$20,315.00 on September 10th, 2011
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Fine American Carved Walnut and Gilt‑Incised Sofa and
Armchair,
c. 1870, stamped "Hunzinger/N.Y./Pat. March 30, 1869",
(George Hunzinger), each swagged crest with gilt medallion,
padded back and curved seat, distinctive canted paw feet,
turned stretchers, sofa h. 46 1/2 in., w. 67 in., d. 36 1/2
in.; chair h. 44 in., w. 31 in., d. 26 1/2 in. Sold for
$20,130.00 on December 2, 2016
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A Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Grecian Sofa, c. 1825, attributed to Anthony Quervelle,
Philadelphia, the crest rail with central scrolling
terminal, one arm heavily carved with a bolster pocket,
bolection seat rail with gadrooned molding, anthemion
brackets, paw feet, height 31 1/2 in., length 64 in., depth
22 1/2 in., frame width 60 in. Sold for $19,975.00 on May
3rd, 2008
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An American Classical Mahogany Bookcase, early 19th c., New York, cornice with arched frieze above glazed doors flanked by tapered columns, the base having bolection molded drawers and paneled doors on leaf-carved melon feet, height 100 in., width 67 in., depth 22 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $19,975.00 |
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A Steinway and Sons Carved Mahogany Grand Piano, c. 1906, New York, Model B, series # 122 999, with carved fluted legs and voluted brackets, height 39 in., width 58 in., length 79 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $19,975.00 |
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An Important American Renaissance Walnut and Burl Walnut Bedstead, late 19th c., labeled Pottier and Stymus, 375 Lexington Avenue, New York, the architectonic headboard centered by a large porcelain roundel painted with a female personification of Sleep with attendant sprite, flanked by gilt bronze terms, with bracketed rails; incurvate footboard with a porcelain plaque painted with the figure of Hypnos (Sleep) and a fellow slumberer, both drowsy with the poppies they bear; rosewood banding, incised gilt decoration overall, height 85 in., width 57 ½ in., length 79 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $19,975.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved Rosewood Armoire, mid-19th c., attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, having a finialed, egg and dart molded cornice with massive floral crest centered by a foliate cartouche, a single mirrored door above the base with drawer on canted blocked feet, the interior lined in birdseye maple, height 104 in., width 44 in., depth 21 in.
Sold on October 6,, 2007 for $19,975.00 |
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An
American Chippendale Mahogany Reverse Serpentine Slant Front Desk,
c. 1770, Massachusetts.
Sold on April 8, 2000 for $19,800. |
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An Important American Renaissance Carved Walnut, Burled, Ebonized and Gilt-Incised Bedroom Suite,
c. 1865, attributed to Thomas Brooks, New York, comprising a
monumental bed, dressing chest and single door armoire; the
bed with an arched crest centered by a cupid bust, above a
flared and blocked cornice, burled oval panel and carved and
incised columns flanked by leaf-carved scrolls and uprights
with urn finials, paneled backboard, shaped foot board,
conforming bracketed rails; the armoire and dresser en
suite, each with maple interior; the dresser retaining
original inset marble top, bed height 96 1/2 in., length 81
1/2 in., width 59 in.; armoire height 107 in., width 51 in.,
depth 27 in.; dresser height 106 in., width 48 in., depth 25
1/2 in. Sold for $19,680.00 on April 16th, 2011
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Very Fine American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood
Étagère, c. 1850 1860, attr. to
John Henry Belter, New York, in the "Rosalie with Grapes" pattern,
elaborately carved and pierced crest with acorns, clusters of fruit,
keyhole mirror flanked by graduated shelves, serpentine base with
conforming molded white marble top, disc feet, casters, h. 88 1/4
in., w. 60 in., w. 15 7/8 in. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $19,600
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An
American Classical Carved, Painted and Gilt-Decorated Music Stand,
c. 1820, Baltimore.
Sold on April 8, 2001 for $19,550. |
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An American "House of Representatives" Carved Oak Armchair, c. 1856, attributed to Bembe & Kimbel, New York, after a design by Thomas U. Walter, the three-star Federal crest flanked by oak branches, outswept husk-carved arms with pads, bowed seat with guilloche rail, turned lotus-carved legs, brass casters, retains attractive reddish patina, original seat bottom, stamped "119", height 40 1/2 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $19,387.00 THE SECOND HIGHEST RECORDED PRICE ACHIEVED AT ITS TIME OF AUCTION |
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An American Renaissance Vigorously Carved Walnut Figural Hall Stand, mid-19th c., possibly Mitchell & Rammelsberg, Cincinnati, Ohio, the arched mirror with naturallistically carved frame crested with stag's head, serpentine marble top with two wells on cabriole supports and serpentine apron centered by a roundel, all on bun feet with casters, height 105 in., width 53 in., depth 18 in.
Provenance: Descended in the family of Col. Edmund Hayes Taylor, Jr., "Thistleton", near Frankfort, KY.
Note: The sturdy, naturalistic carving comprising the mirror frame and the Renaissance inspired details on lower stand are similar to those in known Mitchell and Rammelsberg examples.
Reference: Maine Antiques Digest, June 2001, and Schiffer, America's Oak Furniture, p. 33
Sold for $19,387.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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An American Classical Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Box Sofa, c. 1810-1820, New York, having a paneled crestrail with highly figured mahogany veneers, rounded arms, the straight seat rail connected by turned mounted uprights raised on heavily reeded tapered legs ending in brass ferrules, retaining period upholstery, height 34 in., width 77 3/4 in., depth 27 in.
Sold on June 9, 2007 for $19,200.00 |
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An American Renaissance-Style Carved Oak Hall Seat,
c. 1880, probably R.J. Horner, New York, back elaborately
carved with foliage and cartouches, lift seat with open
interior, winged griffin arms, bombe base, lion's paw feet,
height 46 in., width 66 in., depth 19 in. Sold for
$19,120.00 on January 31, 2015.
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A Very Rare Pair of American Classical Carved and Gilded Rosewood Recamiers,
early 19th c., the opposed pair with swan appliqués, lotus
blossom feet, height 33 1/2 in., length 78 in., depth 23 in.
Sold for $19,120.00 on November 17th, 2012. |
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A Very Fine American Renaissance Carved and Burled Walnut, Gilt and Ebonized Bookcase, mid-19th c., New York, architectonic crest above a bronze Neo-Grec
bust; the center section flanked by paired ends all fronted
with distinctive etched glass doors enclosing shelves;
plinth base fitted with drawers, height 100 1/2 in., width
133 1/2 in., depth 16 5/8 in. Sold for
$19,120.00 on February 12th,
2011
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A
Pair of Late Federal Giltwood Pier Mirrors, c. 1815-1825,
Boston or New York
Sold for $18,975.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A
Fine American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Swing Leg Games Table, late
18th c., Portsmouth or North Shore, Massachusetts.
Sold on December 8, 2001 for $18,975 |
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Exceptional American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood
Étagère, mid 19th c., attr. to
John Henry Belter, New York, crest centered with a federal
shield surrounded by floral cascades, arched mirrored back,
shaped graduated mirrored shelves, lotus carved supports,
serpentine marble top, leaf and floral carved base,
acanthine turned feet, h. 90 1/2 in., w. 58 1/2 in., d. 16
1/2 in. Sold on November 21, 2015 for $18,750.
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An
American Marquetry Inlaid Rosewood Parlor Cabinet, c. 1870-75,
New York, attributed to Herter Brothers.
Sold February 5, 2000 for $18,700. |
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A Fine and Extensive American Paint Decorated Eight-Piece Bedroom Suite, Hart, Ware & Co., Philadelphia, c. 1850, comprising a poster bed, double door armoire, serpentine marble top washstand, commode, dresser with mirror, center table and two spindle back rush seat side chairs, elaborately decorated with multi-hued flowers, oval reserves of the Italian campagna,
and delicate gold waterfall borders, all pieces retaining
painted surface, in an extraordinary state of preservation,
bed height 61 in., inside width 59 1/2 in., inside length 77
in.; armoire height 87 in., width 63 1/2 in., depth 18 in.;
dresser height 79 1/2 in., width 43 in., depth 20 in. Sold
for $18,400.00 on May 3rd, 2008
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A
Pair of Philadelphia Carved Mahogany Games Tables, early 19th
c., attributed to Anthony Quervelle, height 28 in.
Sold on December 4th, 2004 for $18,400 |
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An
Important American Classical Mahogany and Gilt-Stenciled Pier Table,
c. 1820.
Sold on April 13, 2002 for $18,400.00
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 | American Classical Parcel Gilt and Ormolu‑Mounted Rosewood Box Sofa, c. 1820, attr. to Duncan Phyfe, New York, die‑cut brass
inlaid crest rail, columnar stiles, paneled seat rail,
acanthus‑carved legs, casters, h. 32 1/2 in., l. 82 in., d. 25 in.
Sold on January 27, 2018 for $18,300.00 |
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American Federal Carved and Inlaid Mahogany Tester Bed, late 18th/early 19th c., Charleston, urn finials, later oval inlaid shaped tester, leaf‑carved reeded tapered posts, ending in bellflower inlaid blocked bases, pine headboard, conforming rails, h. 111 in., l. 75 in., w. 54 in.
Sold on September 9, 2017 for $18,300.00 |
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An American Innovative Carved Walnut Armchair, late 19th c., branded Hunzinger (George Hunzinger), swagged anthemion crest with finials and floral drops, incised spindled padded back, scrolled sides, shaped low boss arms, seat rail, canted legs ending in hoof feet connected by spindled stretchers, height 41 in., width 21 in., depth 17 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $18,212.50 A RECORD PRICE FOR A HUNZIGER AT ITS TIME OF AUCTION (BREAKING THE RECORD SET BY LOT 253, EARLIER IN THE AUCTION) |
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An Important American Classical Carved Mahogany Grecian Sofa, c. 1825, Philadelphia, cornucopia carved tablet flanked by scrolled crest rail, a bolster end above the scrolled foot, reeded
seat rail, carved dolphin legs, on casters, height 32 in.,
width 80 in., depth 22 in. Sold for
$18,212.50
on July 12th, 2008
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A Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, 19th c., labeled "Meier & Hagen Cabinet Makers and Upholsterer and Dealers in Antique Furniture 213 East 26th St., New York", spindled brass gallery and serpentine top over conforming small and large frieze drawers, cupboards and bottle drawers, the paneled square tapered legs with bellflower inlaid reserves, height 44 1/2 in., width 75 1/2 in., depth 27 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $18,212.50 |
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A Pair of American Federal Carved Mahogany Easy Chairs, c. 1800, New York, arched backs, shaped arms, serpentine seats, on turned and tapered reeded
legs, casters, ash secondary wood, height 35 1/2 in., width
25 in., depth 19 in Sold for $18,000.00 on December 6th,
2008
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An American Classical Carved Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, c. 1830, New York, the cornice above an arched frieze and glazed doors flanked by acanthine pilasters, the lower case with fitted writing surface above paneled doors, pineapple and acanthus carved sides, ending in acanthine paw feet, height 98 in., width 47 1/2 in., depth 22 in.
Sold on June 9, 2007 for $18,000.00 |
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An American Carved Oak "House of Representatives" Armchair, c. 1857, stamped "Bembe & Kimbel, New York", after a design by Thomas Ustick
Walter, shield and oak leaf crest, leaf-carved stiles,
padded scrolled arms, guilloche-carved rounded seat rail,
bulbous leaf and star-carved legs, on casters, retaining
original oil cloth covered back and one original armrest
pad, height 40 1/4 in., width 24 1/8 in., depth 22 1/8 in.
Sold for $17,925.00 on April 16th, 2011
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A Fine American Renaissance Carved and Ebonized Walnut Parlor Suite, late 19th c., bearing the stamp of George Hunzinger, New York, comprising a pair of armchairs and a sofa, each of architectonic form with anthemion crests, scroll, blocked and reeded stiles, pendant fruit clusters, rectangular backs above incurvate button-tufted arms terminating in bosses, pierced demilune
apron, canted front legs joined by stretcher, hoof feet,
casters, sofa length 64 in. Sold for $17,925.00 on January
30th, 2010.
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Étagère,
c. 1850 1860, attr. to John Henry Belter,
New York, superstructure with serpentine shelves, mirrored
back with foliate scroll supports, base with shaped floral
carved frieze, cabriole legs carved with floral clusters,
shaped stretchers, h. 71 in., w. 40 in. Sold on September
12, 2015 for $17,762
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A Louisiana Walnut Petite Armoire, late
18th/early 19th c., with plain frieze and paneled doors,
highly developed scalloped skirt and cabriole legs,
retaining two interior shelves, height 56 1/2 in., width 45
in., depth 20 in. Sold for $17,625.00 on September 12th,
2009.
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An Extensive American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Parlor Suite, mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, comprised of a sofa, a gentleman’s armchair, a lady’s armchair and six side chairs, having floral, fruit and nut carved crests, undulating molded frames, scrolled arms, serpentine seat rails, on cabriole legs, nine pcs.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $17,625.00 |
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A Fine American Neo-Grec Inlaid, Ebonized, Porcelain-Mounted, Burlwood and Rosewood Center Table, late 19th c., attributed to Pottier and Stymus, New York, the blocked D end top inset with finely polychrome, inlaid grotesques surrounding a representation of Aesop’s fable of ‘The Fox and the Crane”, and lateral cartouches with avian motifs; conforming skirt inset with “Sèvres” plaques of court ladies; the elaborate turned legs joined by an incurvate stretcher with anthemion ends, a reticulated lyre centered by an urn, on stylized bun feet, height 30 in., width 52 in., depth 30 1/2 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $17,625.00 |
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An American Highly Carved Mahogany Partner's Desk, c. 1900, attributed to R.J. Horner, New York, the serpentine top above rocaille and leaf carved drawers on each side, winged griffin supports resting on an incurvate plinth with blocked feet, height 29 in., width 56 in., depth 37 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $17,625.00 |
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An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Tester Bedstead, c. 1820, Southern, having a molded tester, turned posts ending in brass ball feet, paneled headboard with scrolled crest terminating in bosses, shaped low footboard and conforming straight rails, height 92 in., width 59 in., length 72 in.
Provenance: Governor Jacques Philippe Roi de Villere (1761-1830), by descent to present owner. An iconic figure in Louisiana history, plantation-born Villere served as a page in the court of Louis XVI, was on the staff of Pierre Clement Laussat during Louisiana’s transition from French to American control in 1803, and served as Louisiana’s first native-born governor from 1816 to 1820. Villere served with distinction as major general of the Louisiana Militia in the Battle of New Orleans, which was fought partially on his Conseil Plantation below New Orleans.
Sold for $17,625.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A Fine and Rare American Renaissance Carved, Ebonized and Burl Walnut Parlor Cabinet, c. 1870, attributed to Allen & Brother, Philadelphia, superstructure with a gadrooned pediment, rectangular door centered with the bust of a maiden carved in high relief and lion head brackets; lower case with blocked front, female terms and frieze drawer, the door with foliate-carved and beribboned reserve containing a lyre-incised panel, two acroteria
wells flanking conforming plinth with egg and dart molding,
height 65 1/2 in., width 60 in., depth 25 in. Sold for
$17,327.00 on January 30th, 2010.
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An Important American Rococo Carved Walnut Center Table, mid-19th c., attributed to Alexander Roux, New York, the turtle top with gadrooned molding over a naturalistically carved apron with scrolls, flora and a pair of opposed wolf masques, on cabriole legs with Minerva bust terms, joined by a scrolled X stretcher with fruit basket finial and scroll feet ending in casters, height 28 1/2 in., width 44 in., depth 35 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $17,265.00 |
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An
American Federal Walnut Inlaid Sugar Chest,
c. 1800-1815, East
Tennessee
Sold on April 3rd, 2004 for $17,250.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved Rosewood Console Étagère,
c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, bears
paper "broadside" label, serpentine tiered superstructure
with three shelves, mirrored back; base with shaped and
molded white marble top, cabriole legs carved with floral
clusters joined by stretchers, casters, height 71 3/4 in.,
width 41 in., depth 21 in. Sold for $16,730.00 on January
31, 2015.
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An American Rococo Carved Walnut Center Table, mid-19th c., Boston, ink stamp "James G. Blake/ 12 Cornhill/ Boston", the serpentine Egyptian marble top above a conforming floral carved skirt with rocaille
cartouche and pendant drops on two sides, caryatid figural
supports, acanthus-carved scrolled legs connected by shaped
stretchers centered by floral finial, height 28 3/4 in.,
width 57 in., depth 43 1/2 in. Sold for $16,730.00 on
November 19th, 2011
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An Important American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Armchair,
mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in
the pattern known as “Fountain Elms”, the tall padded back
with floral crest, reticulated carving of oak leaves, “C”
and “S” scrolls and flowers, shaped arms, serpentine seat
rail, floral-carved cabriole legs, casters. Sold for $16,730.00 on September 11th,
2010. |
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Fine American Rococo Highly Carved and Laminated Rosewood
Sofa, mid 19th c., attr. to John
Henry Belter, New York, serpentine crest with entwined vines
and baskets of flowers, shaped arms, serpentine seat rail,
cabriole legs topped by cartouches, casters, h. 48 in., w.
87 in., d. 27 in. Sold on September 12, 2015 for $16,537
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The
Mary Townsend Derby Queen Anne Carved Walnut Blockfront Lowboy,
mid-18th c., probably Salem, Massachusetts.
Sold on April 7, 2000 for $16,500.00 |
  | Very Fine American Rococo Exuberantly Carved and Laminated Rosewood Loveseat, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern referred to as "Patent Model", carved crests with flowers, grapes and acorns, over C and S scrolls, open acanthine arms, conforming seat rail with floral clusters, acanthine feet, casters, h. 42 1/2 in., w. 62 in., d. 23 in.
Sold on April 22, 2017 for $16,470.00 |
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A Pair of George III-Style Gilt Brass-Mounted and Inlaid Rosewood Consoles, each Var
Orange marble top on straight frieze, opposing spread-wing
eagle support, mirrored back with foliate surround, molded
plinth base, height 33 1/2 in., width 43 1/8 in., depth 15
3/4 in. Sold for $16,470.00 on May 4th, 2013.
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A Fine American Renaissance Carved and Gilded Rosewood Rosewood Sofa, c. 1870, attributed to Herter Brothers, New York, arched back with relief-carved acanthus leaves, low padded arms terminating in winged figural bust uprights, deep serpentine seat, incised scrolled hoof feet with casters, upholstered in claret velvet, height 37 in., width 79 in., depth 25 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $16,450.00 |
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An American Classical Carved Mahogany Pier Table, early 19th c., Boston, a later "Egyptian" marble top, molded ed skirt on finely scrolled supports, incurvate plinth, and paw feet, height 35 1/2 in., width 44 in., depth 21 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $16,450.00 |
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A Pair of American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Side Chairs, c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern commonly referred to as "Tuthill King", the crest enclosing flower blossoms, pierced grape vines centered by a shell cartouche; shaped c and s scrolled stiles, the circular seats with conforming carved rail, on rose carved cabriole legs, height 38 in., width 17 in., depth 17 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $16,450.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved Rosewood Duchesse, mid-19th c., attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, shield-shaped, floral-carved mirror flanked by graduated fretwork shelves with finely turned spindle supports, original pure white marble top with serpentine front, floral carved skirt with maple-lined divided drawer, on floral and acanthus carved, C-scroll legs connected by scrolled stretchers centered by a floral plinth containing a later carved basket, height 74 in., width 54 in., depth 25 in.
Sold on December 1, 2007 for $16,450.00 |
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An Important American Carved Rosewood and Rosewood Grained Bedstead, mid-19th c., the massive strapwork crest flanked by foliate and grape carved scrolls; the arched paneled headboard flanked by carved stiles, the foot board with incurvate pediment and rounded corners, straight rails with brackets and shaped feet, bearing an old paper label from the Tuthill Studio, New York, "estate" surface, height 100 in., width 63 in., length 81 in.
Note: The bold naturalistic carving on the headboard, the proportions of the headboard, stiles and the carved footboard with shaped feet are very similar to the well known Mitchell and Rammelsberg bed in the "Lincoln" bedroom of the White House.
Reference: illus. Beck, Book of American Furniture, p. 77.
Sold for $16,450.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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An American "House of Representatives" Carved Oak Desk, c. 1856, attributed to Doe Hazelton Co., Boston, after a design by Thomas U. Walter, top rail centered with a three-star Federal crest, lidded well, slanted writing surface with drawer; the back intricately carved and reticulated, scroll brackets on modified trestle base, casters, drawer bottom stenciled "B. 20.", retains attractive reddish patina, height 37 1/2 in., width 29 3/4 in., depth 21 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $16,200.00 |
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An
American Rococo Carved Mahogany Half Tester Bed by C. Lee, mid-19th
c., stamped in multiple places
Sold on October 2nd, 2004 for $16,100 |
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An
American Flame Mahogany Convertible Desk and Chair,
c. 1854, Stephen
Hedges, New York.
Sold for $16,100.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A
Rare American carved oak "House of Representatives Armchair".
Sold October 4, 2003 for $16,100 |
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An
American Rosewood, Faux Bois, Marble and Giltwood Pier Table,
c. 1830, New York. Sold October 4, 2003 for $16,100 |
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A
Steinway and Sons Ebonized Parlor Grand Piano,
c. 1901.
Sold for $16,100.00 on May 17, 2003.
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An American Rococo Carved Rosewood and Rosewood-Grained Bedroom Suite,
mid-19th c., probably New Orleans, in the manner of Prudent
Mallard, comprising a half tester bed, related winged
armoire, matching mirror back dressing chest, washstand
(lacking backsplash), and bedside commode, bed height 115
in., length 79 in., width 62 1/2 in.; armoire height 107
in., width 82 in., depth 26 in.; dresser height 96 in.,
width 46 1/2 in., depth 21 in.; washstand height 30 in.,
width 36 in., depth 28 1/2 in.; commode height 30 in., width
18 in., depth 14 1/2 in. Sold for $15,990.00 on November
19th, 2011
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An American Federal Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers,
c. 1810, Davidson County, North Carolina, four graduated,
scratch molded and inlaid drawers, shaped apron on sides,
flared "French" feet, height 42 1/4 in., width 37 1/2 in.,
depth 18 1/2 in. Sold for $15,535.00 on November 21, 2014.
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A Very Fine American Classical Mahogany Three Part Banquet Table, early 19th c., with pair of reeded edge D-ends and center drop-leaf section, raised on distinctive turned legs ending in brass ferrules with casters, dense mahogany and single board construction, height 29 1/4 in., width 54 in., length 126 1/2 in.
Provenance: Purchased from the antiquarian Hazel Yerger, of Mound, Louisiana. Mrs. Yerger was noted for selling the contents of Oakley Plantation in St. Francisville, LA.
Sold for $15,275.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A
Fine and Rare American Federal Mahogany and Flame Birch Chest-of-Drawers,
c. 1800, North Shore Massachusetts, attributed to Samuel McIntyre.
Sold on December 8, 2001 for $15,525. |
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Étagère,
c. 1860, John Henry Belter, New York, elaborate scrolled
foliate crest tripartite mirror back, the side panels with
small shelves, serpentine base with conforming carvings,
molded marble top, height 93 in., width 62 in., depth 17 1/2
in. Sold for $15,535.00 on September 15th, 2012.
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American Chippendale Carved Mahogany Blockfront Secretary Bookcase, late 18th c., flame finialed broken arch cornice, highly
figured scalloped paneled doors flanked by fluted pilasters, slant
front lid, finely fitted interior, four shaped drawers, molded base,
ogee bracket feet, h. 96 in., w. 44 1/2 in., d. 24 1/4 in.
Sold on January 26, 2019 for $15,250.00 |
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An
American Full Tester Bed, mid-19th c. stamped "C. Lee",
Provenance: Titus-Edmondson Family, Tennessee
Sold on December 6th, 2003 for $14,950.00. |
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An
Important Set of Four New York Classical Mahogany Sidechairs,
c. 1820, attributed to Duncan Phyfe.
Sold on February 8, 2003 for $14,950.
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American Late Classical Mahogany Center Table, mid‑19th c., J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, with New Orleans warerooms label, dodecagonal Egyptian marble top, conforming molded frieze, incurvate pedestal with arches and columns, plinth base, scrolled feet, casters, h. 29 3/4 in., dia. 37 in.
Sold for $14,945.00 on July 16, 2016 |
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A Fine American Neo-Grec Rosewood, Marquetry, and Gilt-Incised Bedstead,
c. 1875, attributed to Herter Bros., New York, paneled
headboard surmounted by an urn inlaid crest, flanked by
fluted urns and scrolled inlaid wings; faceted posts,
conforming low footboard with stylized flower inlaid
reserve, paneled rails, turned disc feet, height 84 in.,
length 79 in., width 58 in. Sold for $14,937.50 on April 25,
2014.
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Bedstead, c. 1850, New Orleans, the headboard with a flower urn crest on a reverse-serpentine molded headboard flanked by massive posts with turned finials, rope collars, serpentine rails, foot posts with finialed
mosquito bars, circular plinth feet, height 75 1/2 in.,
interior length 82 in., exterior length 90 1/2 in., interior
width 73 in., exterior width 79 in. Sold for $14,687.50 on
April 18th, 2009.
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An American Rococo Highly Carved Rosewood and Laminated Étagère Cabinet, mid-19th c., attributed to J. & J.W.
Meeks, New York, having a serpentine tiered superstructure
of scalloped pierced carved shelves, surmounted by a C and S
scrolled crest centered with pendant cluster and half-round
acanthine shelf, mirrored back with foliate scroll supports;
the base with rounded sides and rotating enclosed shelves,
the center with a pair of conforming molded and mirrored
doors, the whole with scrolled pendant fruit and nut carved
brackets, raised on cabriole legs, height 96 in, width 58
in., depth 24 1/2 in. Sold for $14,687.50 on December 6th,
2008
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, mid-19th c., attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, in the pattern referred to as "Henry Ford", the crest pierced, gadrooned and floral carved, centered by a cluster cartouche, serpentine arms and seat rail on cabriole legs, height 49 1/2 in., width 67 1/2 in., depth 23 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for $14,687.00 |
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A Very Fine American Carved Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table, late 19th c., attributed to R.J. Horner, New York, retains eight original 9 in. leaves, the top above a foliate carved skirt, the split pedestal base connected to a plinth carved with winged griffins, height 30 in., length with leaves 132 in., diameter 60 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $14,687.00 |
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Rare American Classical Carved Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1830, likely Edward Priestley, Baltimore, shaped backsplash, five frieze drawers, Gothicized cabinet doors, reeded stiles
surmounted by expressive "mummy" heads, conforming base,
acanthine paw feet, h. 47 1/2 in., w. 78 1/2 in., d. 26 in.
Sold on January 26, 2019 for $14,640,00 |
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American Renaissance Carved, Painted, Inlaid and Gilt‑Incised Rosewood Parlor Cabinet, c. 1870, attr. Herter Brothers, New York, molded slate top, pedimented cornice, later upholstered side panels, two
frieze drawers, three paneled doors elegantly painted with classical
reserves, fluted stiles, shaped base, turned and molded bracket
feet, h. 51 in., w. 70 in., d. 21 3/4 in. Sold on January 27, 2018
for $14,640.00 |
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Rare American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Bed, c. 1850‑1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, arched fruit and floral carved crest, paneled headboard, scrolled rails, carved bowfront foot board surmounted by foliate and floral cartouche, h. 67 in., l. 75 in., w. 58 in.
Sold on April 22, 2017 for $14,640.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Armchair, c. 1850-60, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern referred to as "Tuthill
King", medallion back intricately carved and pierced with
floral scroll elements, retains the old dark finish,
needlepoint back and seat. Sold for $14,340.00 on January
31, 2015.
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A Fine Set of Eight American Renaissance Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, c. 1890, attributed to R.J. Horner, New York, comprised of two arm and six side chairs, the crests with opposing griffins and cabochon cartouche, acanthus carved stiles, scalloped seat rail and acanthus carved cabriole legs ending in paw feet, armchair height 49 in., width 27 in.; side chair width 21 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $14,100.00 |
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A Fine American Rococo Carved and Inlaid Rosewood Secretary-Bookcase, mid-19th c., elaborate reticulated crest, glazed doors, flanked by barley-twist stiles, cylinder lid with floral marquetry, satinwood interiors, well-carved cabriole legs, scroll feet, height 80 1/2 in., width 35 in., depth 19 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $14,100.00 |
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An American Federal Cherrywood Sugar Chest, 19th c., Central Kentucky, the rectangular case with string inlay, fans and a compass star in center; the stand with one drawer, string inlay and square tapering legs, height 37 in., width 36 in., depth 17 1/2 in.
Note: Derived from Georgian bottle cabinets or cellarets, sugar chests were a specialized form in regions of the Southern backcountry where, before the advent of steamboats, sugar was imported from New Orleans with difficulty. The presence of a sugar chest in a Tennessee or Kentucky household signified its prosperity.
Reference: See Williams and Harsh, The Art and Mystery of Tennessee Furniture, pp. 73, 77, 89, and 138. Further discussion of the evolution and use of sugar chests can be found in : Mc Pherson, "...Sugar Chests in Middle Tennessee and Central Kentucky", Journal of Southern Decorative Arts, Winter 1997 and Hicks and Caldwell, "A Short History of the Tennessee Sugar Chest", Magazine Antiques, September 2003
Sold for $14,000.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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American
Rococo Carved Rosewood Tester Bed, c. 1855, stamped "C. Lee"
Sold on July 31st, 2004 for $13,800 |
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A
Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Armoire, c. 1825, New
York, attributed to Duncan Phyfe.
Sold for $13,800.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A
Rare American Reform Movement Oak Corner Bookcase, c. 1875, Provenance:
A family history indicates this bookcase came from the headquarters
of the "Women's Organization for National Prohibition Reform".
Sold for $13,800.00 on June 7, 2003. |
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A Rare Pair of William IV Satinwood, Palissandre, and Kingwood Library Tables, c. 1835, each with inlaid bookmatched
top, chamfered corners flanking a pair of frieze drawers,
paired scroll supports connected by a medial stretcher, on
acanthus-carved scrolled legs, casters, height 29 1/2 in.,
width 42 1/8 in., depth 22 in. Sold for $13,781.00 on
February 7th, 2009.
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A
Carved Mahogany Sofa, late 19th/early 20th c., attributed to R.J.
Horner
Sold on December 4th, 2004 for $13,225 |
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An American Classical Carved Rosewood Full Tester Bed,
mid-19th c., attributed to William McCracken, New Orleans,
having an appropriate later stepped cornice, turned tapered
posts, arched headboard with scrolled boss terminals, the
panel with beveled star, beaded scrolled rails and foot
board, height 124 in., mattress width 60 in., length 78 in.;
overall width 70 in., length 88 in. Sold for $13,200.00 on
April 18th, 2009.
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An Important American Gothic Walnut Bookcase, mid-19th c., attributed to Crawford Riddell's Journeyman Cabinet Makers, Philadelphia, crenellated crest, frieze bearing in applied letters the subject inscriptions of "Poetry, Religion, Metaphysics, Oratory, Drama and Music", glazed doors with muntins
surmounted by pointed arches with trefoils, four adjustable
shelves, plinth base, height 82 in., width 43 in., depth 15
1/2 in. Sold for
$13,145.00 on November 21, 2014.
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A Fine American Late Federal Carved Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., attributed to Thomas Seymour, Boston, the plum-pudding figured top with reeded edge and unique back rail, above three drawers, cupboard doors and bottle drawers, fluted stiles above turned reeded tapered legs, highly figured veneer throughout, inscribed in chalk on underside of proper left drawer "Boston.../ Boston/ Bost/
Boston July the 4th 1811" next to a chalk design of a
pinwheel, incised "Homes" or "Holman" on underside of drawer
bottom, height 40 in., width 67 in., depth 24 1/4 in. Sold
for $13,145.00 on November
21, 2014.
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A Very Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Huntboard, early 19th c., Virginia, crossbanded backsplash with scrolled spindled returns, the top with sliding tray on each side, a pair of drawers, spiral-turned supports, incurvate
stretcher shelf, bulbous-turned legs, button feet, height 51
1/2 in., width 59 3/8 in., depth 22 in. Sold for $13,145.00
on April 16th, 2011
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An American Southern Inlaid Cherrywood Tall Chest, c. 1790, probably Virginia or Maryland, the cove molded cornice over three short drawers and six graduated long drawers with cockbeaded
molding, string and fan inlay, and original oval pulls, on a
shaped apron and "French" feet, yellow pine secondary wood,
height 65 in., width 45 in., depth 22 in. Sold for
$12,925.00 on April 18th, 2009.
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An American "House of Representatives" Carved Oak Armchair, c. 1856, attributed to Bembe and Kimbel, New York, after a design by Thomas Ustick Walter, the Federal crest over a square padded back with husk stiles, padded arms on scroll supports, guilloche seat rail with star-paneled ovolo
corners, lotus carved legs, brass cuff casters, later green
leather upholstery, height 41 in. Sold for $12,925.00 on
July 12th, 2008
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A Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany, Gilt-Stenciled and Bronze-Mounted Pier Table, c. 1825, attributed to Anthony Quervelle, Philadelphia, , an associated period Egyptian marble top over a figured skirt with oppositional gadrooned molding, columnar supports, original mirror plate flanked by reeded and baluster colonnettes,
plinth with cyma molding, paw feet, height 40 in., width 45
1/2 in., depth 20 in. Sold for $12,925.00 on May 3rd, 2008
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A Very Fine Neo-Classical Specimen Marble and Gilt Bronze Gueridon, 19th c. and later, a circular colored marble radial top, four well-cast caryatid busts; on paw feet, height 32 in., width 30 in.
Soldon Febraury 3, 2007 for $12,925.00 |
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An
American Federal Mahogany Inlaid Serpentine Front Sideboard,
c.1790,
Baltimore
Sold on February 7th, 2004 for $12,650 |
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A
Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror, early 19th c., h. 50 in., w.
40 in.
Sold for $12,362.00 on May 17, 2003. |
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An American Classical Gilt Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Box Sofa,
early 19th c., probably New York, tubular crest rail, flame
veneered frieze below, tapered columnar uprights with
spherical terminals and bronze-mounted collars, ogee seat
rail, tapered foliate-carved feet, casters, height 35 in.,
width 81 in., depth 29 in. Sold for $12,337.50 on February
7th, 2009.
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An American Innovative Carved Walnut and Gilt Armchair, late 19th c., branded Hunzinger (George Hunzinger), the swagged crest with circular cartouche, turned back supports with scrolls terminating in pods, canted incised legs ending in hoof feet connected by turned stretchers, height 43 in., width 21 in., depth 19 in.
Sold on February 23, 2008 for 12,337.50 A RECORD PRICE FOR A HUNZIGER CHAIR AT ITS TIME OF AUCTION
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A Fine American Neo-Grec Rosewood, Ebonized, Inlaid and Gilt Lady's Desk, late 19th c., New York, stepped étagère centered by a small door with trophee panel, slant-front writing lid with musical trophée, tapering incised and gilded legs connected by an X-stretcher with leather padded foot rest, the whole with intricate geometric exotic woods banding, height 64 1/2 in., width 31 1/2 in., depth 20 1/2 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $12,337.00 |
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Very Rare American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Armchair, c. 1850-1860, New York, tall crest elaborately carved with clusters of grapes, back carved with acorns, serpentine seat rail centered by a cluster of flowers, cabriole legs, acanthine feet, casters, h. 47 in., w. 26 in., d. 24 in. Sold on July 8, 2017 for $12,169.00 |
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An
American Chippendale Carved Walnut High Chest, c. 1760, Pennsylvania.
Sold on April 8, 2000 for $12,100. |
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An
American Rococo Laminated and Carved Rosewood Sofa,
mid-19th c.,
attributed to J. and J.W. Meeks,
Sold on February 20th, 2005 for $12,043 |
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A Rare American Neo-Grec "Centennial" Incised, Ebonized and Inlaid Walnut Fern Stand, c. 1876, New York, circular top inlaid with bust of George Washington, American eagle and shield, and dates "1776" and "1876"; bracket supports, turned standards and canted legs, height 28 1/2 in., diameter 20 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $11,750.00 |
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A Fine Pair of American Late Federal Carved Mahogany Games Tables, c. 1815-1825, New England, the serpentine molded top and conforming skirt with carved stiles and reeded tapering legs and button feet, height 29 in., width 36 1/2 in., depth 17 1/2 in., extended length 36 in.
Note: The projecting center and outset stiles seen on this example are characteristic of those on games tables by other New England makers such as a pair of games tables in the Strawberry Banke Museum by Jonathan Judkins and William Senter (wc. 1808-1826, Portsmouth, New Hampshire) and a games table in the Sheldon Museum attributed to William Hastings (1779-1845, Middlebury, Vermont). The carving on this table, lot 400, is often associated with early 19th c. makers along the North Shore of Massachusetts.
Reference: see Zogry, Magazine Antiques, "Urban Precedents for Vermont Furniture", May 1995, p. 766, pl. VIII and IX
Sold for $11,750.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A Fine American Carved Mahogany Full Tester Bed,
c. 1850, probably New Orleans, beaded tester with turreted
corners, pleated canopy, paneled headboard with scroll
crest, tapering columnar posts, bracketed rails, height 118
in., length 80 in., width 63 in. Sold for $11,590.00
on June 28, 2014.
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An
American Classical Six-Light Giltwood Girandole Mirror, c. 1825,
New York or Philadelphia.
Sold on April 13, 2002 for $11,500. |
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A Fine American Neo-Grec Polychromed, Ebonized, Incised and Gilt-Decorated Pedestal, c. 1870, attributed to Kilian Bros., New York, the top with incised brackets, turned stem, blocked rosetted waist, columnar turning below on conforming square base, in a fine state of preservation, retaining original paint, gilt and ebonization, height 41 1/2 in., width 12 in., depth 12 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $11,450.00 |
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Pair of American Gothic Carved Walnut Armchairs, mid-19th c.,
attributed to J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, height 59 in.
Sold on October 2nd, 2004 for $11,212 |
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A Fine American Neo-Grec Rosewood and Marquetry Sofa, c. 1865, attributed to Herter Brothers, New York, the padded back joined by padded arms, the supports inlaid with classical urns distinguished in contrasting woods, and with gilt stop-fluting, the seat rail bordered in palmettes, on turned legs with compressed capitals, retaining original casters, original surface, height 34 in., width 72 in., depth 32 in.
Sold for $11,162.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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Fine American Classical Gilt Stenciled and Parcel Ebonized Mahogany Armoire, c. 1820, New
York, probably Joseph Meeks and Sons, blocked cornice, arched
recessed frieze, pair of paneled doors, well fitted interior of
linen trays and belt of drawers, flanked by full columns with
distinctive capitals, each side of case fitted with compartment,
molded base, massive acanthus carved paw feet, poplar secondary
wood, h. 88 in., w. 54 1/2 in., d. 26 1/4 in. Sold for $11,053.00 on
June 27, 2015. |
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An
American Renaissance Carved and Burl Walnut Cabinet Office Secretary, c. 1876-80, "Standard Grade," patented 1874 by William S.
Wooten.
Sold on December 5, 1997 for $11,000. |
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American Renaissance Marquetry and Gilt-Incised Walnut Center Table, 19th c., likely Pottier & Stymus, New York, shaped top, conforming frieze, incurvate legs mounted with wolf masks,
shaped stretcher surmounted by an urn finial, bun feet, h.
30 in., w. 47 in., d. 31 in. Sold on January 26, 2019 for
$10,980.00 |
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A
Philadelphia Classical Carved and Stenciled Mahogany and Marble Top
Sideboard, c. 1830, attributed to Anthony Quervelle
Sold on October 2nd, 2004 for $10,925 |
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A
Fine American Classical Carved and Gilt-Stenciled Mahogany and Mahogany
and Marble Pier Table, c. 1830, New York.
Sold on October 7, 2000 for $10,925. |
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A Late George III Carved Mahogany Partner’s Writing Table, c. 1820, with later tooled black leather top featuring a stylized Greek Key border, each side fitted with three drawers, height 30 in., width 79 in., depth 44 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $10,870.00 |
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A Federal Inlaid Cherrywood Tall Chest, c. 1790, probably Virginia or Maryland, the molded cornice over three short drawers and six graduated long drawers with cockbeaded molding, string and fan inlay, and original oval pulls, all on a shaped apron and “French” feet, height 65 in., width 45 in., depth 22 in.
Sold on May 20, 2006 for $10,868.75 |
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A
Late Classical Carved Mahogany "Campeachy" Chair, c.
1840.
Sold for $10,868 on December 3, 2005 |
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An
American classical carved mahogany work table,
c. 1830, Philadelphia,
attributed to Anthony Quervelle, sold on April 16th, 2005 for $10,868. |
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An
American Rococo Giltwood Overmantel Mirror, mid-19th c., Provenance:
Titus-Edmondson Estate, Tennessee
Sold on February 8th, 2004 for $10,868. |
 
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American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Parlor Suite, c. 1850 1860, attributed to John and Joseph W. Meeks, New York, in the pattern commonly referred to as "Stanton Hall", comprised of a settee, pair of armchairs and pair of side chairs, (5 pcs.), settee h. 48
7/8 in., w. 62 1/2 in., d. 24 1/2 in. Sold for $10,370.00 on April
17, 2015. |
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A Fine American Carved Rosewood Armoire,
mid-19th c., probably New Orleans, ogee cornice over
paneled doors, shelf interior with a medial belt of
drawers, plinth base, molded feet, the whole with
distinctive beaded molding, height 99 in., width 62 in.,
depth 26 3/4 in. Sold for $10,370.00 on June 30th, 2012.
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An American Aesthetic Marquetry, Mother-of-Pearl, Mixed Metals and Carved Rosewood Center Table,
late 19th c., the inset square top with masks, eagles and
scrolling leaves; conforming frieze with scrollwork-framed
reserves enclosing foliate patterns, mask topped cabriole
legs terminating in claw-and-ball feet, scrolled stretchers
centering pyramid finial, height 32 in., width 32 1/2 in.,
depth 28 in. Sold for $10,157.50 on September 13,
2014.
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An Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Armoire,
mid-19th c., New Orleans, the foliate crest centered with a
flower filled urn, lobed finials, arched cornice with
beading, robust ripple molding around two massive mirrored
doors enclosing a fitted interior (possibly reconfigured),
plinth drawer, disc feet, casters, height 121 in., width 67
in., depth 26 in. Sold for $10,157.50 on April 16th, 2011
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A
Rare American Aesthetic Carved Cherrywood and Brass-Mounted Bookcase,
attributed to Daniel Pabst, c. 1875, Philadelphia.
Sold on June 2, 2001 for $10,062. |
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American Classical Figured Mahogany Bookcase on Stand, c. 1835, attr. to Anthony H. Jenkins, Baltimore, flared
cornice, paneled doors mounted with pineapple decoration,
shelf-interior, three drawers, lower case with frieze drawer,
columnar supports, shaped plinth, paw feet, h. 82 in., w. 44 in., d.
26 1/2 in.
Sold on January 26, 2019 for $10,000.00 |
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An American Rococo Carved Rosewood Armoire, mid-19th c., labeled “William McCracken, 45 Royal Street, New Orleans”, beaded arched cornice, pair of molded panel doors of conforming design, a divided and shelved interior with two cased drawers, scrollwork base, bracket feet with casters, height 113 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $10,000.00 |
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A Philadelphia Classical Stenciled and Gilded Carved Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., inset arched mirror, acanthus scrolls and volute acanthus brackets, verde antico
marble center, pull out serving tray, bolection molded
drawer; gadrooned molding, arched front and mirrored back
centered by a single drawer and cupboard on each side; Ionic
flame birch and gilt columns, on gadrooned paw feet;
retaining original stenciling, gilding and cut glass pulls,
height 69 in., width 82 in., depth 24 in.
Sold for $9,987.50
on April 18th, 2009.
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A Fine Rococo
Revival Carved Rosewood and Marble Top Sideboard,
mid-19th c., having a foliate-carved back centered by a
floral cartouche and an oval mirror flanked by
serpentine bracket shelves, the serpentine marble top
above scalloped frieze drawers with branch handles, the
cupboards with scalloped and pendant fruit clusters, and
flanked by shell and floral scroll brackets, on
conforming feet and scalloped base molding, fine
satinwood interior, height 85 in., width 80 in., depth
25 1/2 in. Sold on March 4, 2006 for $9987.50 |
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An American Renaissance Marquetry, Gilt Bronze-Mounted and Ebonized Library Table, late 19th c., New York, the top with demilune ends and exotic woods inlay of nesting birds, turned legs with shaped incurvate X-stretcher below, height 31 in., width 53 in., depth 31 1/2 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $9,987.00 |
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A Fine American Rococo Carved Mahogany Half Tester Bed, mid-19th c., New Orleans, having a serpentine molded, finialed
tester, turned tapered posts, arched paneled molded
headboard with turreted stiles, highly carved scalloped
rails, the foot board with shell carved acanthus bracket
crest, conforming beaded panel, foliate carved scalloped
base, low posts with finials, disc feet, height 120 in.,
inside width 61 in., depth 79 in. Sold for $9,693.75 on
April 18th, 2009.
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American Chippendale Carved Walnut Lowboy, c. 1760-1790,
later two-board molded top, long drawer over three drawers, shell
carved apron, fluted quarter columns, shell carved cabriole legs,
ball and claw feet, h. 29 in., w. 36 in., d. 20 1/2 in.
Sold on January 26, 2019 for $9,445.00 |
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A Good Pair of American Neo-Grec Carved and Gilt Pier Mirrors, mid-19th c., with pedimented crest, carved architectural and drapery pendant, each mirror plate flanked by engaged fluted columns, height 127 in., width 36 in.
Sold for $9,400.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A Louisiana Carved Walnut Campeche Chair, mid-19th c., scrolled foliate crest, shaped arms, turned supports, curule
base, turned stretchers, height 39 1/2 in., width 25 in.,
depth 26 in. Sold for $9,261.25 on November 21, 2014.
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An
American Classical Mahogany Armoire, early 19th c.
Sold for $9,200.00 on May 17, 2003.
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An American Late Classical Mahogany Recamier, early 19th c., having a scrolled head and foot with scalloped splat, rush seat within a straight seat rail on scrolled legs joined by stretchers, button feet, height 31 in., length 73 in., depth 21 in
Sold on June 9, 2007 for $9,106.25 |
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A Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., New York, gallery with pineapple finials, crossbanded top, outset frieze drawer flanked by short drawers, flame veneer cupboards, flanked by pilasters with Ionic capitals, tapered legs ending in hairy paw feet; pine, mahogany and poplar secondary wood, brasses replaced, height 59 in., width 76 in., depth 26 in.
Sold on May 20, 2006 for $9,106.25 |
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A Pair of American Rococo Laminated Rosewood Armchairs, mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern known as “Rosalie with Grapes”, having floral and grape carved crest, serpentine molded arms, round floral carved seat on cabriole legs.
Sold on May 20, 2006 for $9,106.25 |
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A Good American Classical Mahogany Armchair, early 19th c., Philadelphia, the rectangular ebony inlaid crest rail above a carved tablet splat within stylized lyres, the reeded scrolled arms with concentric turned bosses, trapezoidal slip seat, on reeded
saber legs, height 32 1/4 in., width 21 3/4 in., depth 19
in. Sold for $9,100.00 on May 3rd, 2008
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An American Classical Mahogany Mixing Table, c. 1830, attributed to Anthony Quervelle, the original Egyptian marble top above a shaped frieze drawer flanked by scrolled volute brackets, Gothic paneled door flanked by scrolled wings, beveled base ending in disc feet, height 38 in., width 30 in., depth 18 in.
Sold on February 3, 2007 for $9,100.00 |
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An
American Federal Mahogany Tall Case Clock,
first quarter 19th
c., probably Pennsylvania.
Sold for $8,912.00 on May 17, 2003.
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An American
Renaissance Inlaid Walnut and Burl Walnut Cabinet, c.
1870, crested with a roundel above an inlaid frieze, two
glazed doors opening to a fine curly maple interior,
flanked by columnar stiles on a drawered plinth with
blocked feet, height 111 in., width 69 1/2 in., depth 27
1/4 in. Sold on March 4, 2006 for $8812.50 |
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A Fine American Late Classical Mahogany and White Marble Center Table, c. 1820-1830, attributed to William Hancock, Boston, the round carrara marble top above a banded apron, tapering stem, the incurvate plinth with rounded terminals, suppressed bun feet and casters, inscribed "W. Hancock" in pencil, height 29 1/2 in., diameter 36 in.
Note: Known as a maker of fine seating furniture, William Hancock operated a shop at 39 & 41 Market Street in Boston c. 1820-1850 Reference: see Cooper, Classical Taste in America 1800-1840, pp. 22-23 and Feld, Boston in the Age of Neo-Classicism, p. 70.
Sold for $8,812.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A
Very Fine American Rococo Carved Rosewood Footstool, c. 1850-60,
New York, attributed to John Henry Belter.
Sold on December 5, 1997 for $8,800. |
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An
American Highly Carved Mahogany Partner's Desk, late 19th/early
20th c.
Sold on April 8, 2000 for $8,625. |
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A Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Tall-Post Bed, early 19th c., Baltimore, ball finialed posts with reeding interspersed with classical elements blocked at the base and ending in tapered reeded legs, the headboard with scrolled acanthus leaves flanking a reeded panel, height 109.5 in., width 56 in., depth 82 in.
Sold on May 20, 2006 for $8,518.75 |
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An
Ameican Classical Stenciled, Ebonized & Gilded Pier Table,
early
19th c., attributed to J.& J. W. Meeks, New York
Sold on February 7th, 2004 for $8,518.00 |
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Fine American Classical Giltwood Overmantel Mirror,
c. 1825, Boston,
h. 40 1/2 in., w. 64 in.
Sold for $8,337.00 on May 17, 2003.
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Fine American Renaissance Highly Carved Partner’s Desk, c.
1870, attributed R.J. Horner & Co., New York
Sold on July 31st, 2004 for $8,050 |
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An
American Mahogany Bookcase in the Louis Philippe Taste, second
quarter 19th c.
Sold for $8,050.00 on May 17, 2003.
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A
Fine American Classical Carved Giltwood and Gesso Pier Mirror, first quarter 19th c., New York, labeled “Isaac L. Platt.”
Sold on June 2, 2001 for $8,050. |
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An
American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Card Table, c. 1790-1800, Philadelphia.
Sold on April 8, 2000 for $7,762. |
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An Egyptian Revival Carved Rosewood Armchair, late 19th c., attributed to Herter Bros., New York, the rectangular back with scrolled stiles, padded arms fronted by Pharaoh terms with hoof feet ending in casters, height 38 in., width 28 1/2 in., depth 27 in.
Note: The execution of the terms and hoof feet used on this chair are similar to those used on two known Herter tables, both made for the Ruggles Sylvester Morse residence in Portland, Maine and now conserved by the Victoria Society of Maine. The execution of the scroll back of this chair also resembles those on a Herter sofa and armchair in the Morse residence.
Though a Maine native, Morse grew his fortune as an hotelier in New Orleans in the 1840's and 1850's, operating the St. Charles Hotel, the Banks Arcade, the City Hotel and the St. James. Morse engaged Gustave Herter in 1862 to furnish his summer residence in Portland though he was still in Louisiana during the Civil War.
Reference: Howe, Frelinghuysen, Voorsanger, Herter Borthers, Furniture and Interior for a Gilded Age, pp. 129-133 pl. 3 and 136-137, pl. 5-6
Sold for $7,637.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A Rare American Renaissance Inlaid, Bronze-Mounted, Ebonized and Incised Rosewood Vitrine, c. 1870, attributed to Alexander Roux, New York, the box pediment centered by a mask mount; canted corners with inlaid stiles; door with arched opening, movable shelves within; conforming plinth, bun feet, height 67 1/2 in., width 36 in., depth 17 1/2 in.
Sold on October 6, 2007 for $7,637.00 |
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A Good American Classical Rosewood and Brass-Inlaid Mahogany Center Table, c. 1825, possibly J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, the original circular white marble top above a banded frieze, the tapering columnar support surmounted by a giltwood capital and resting on a giltwood collar, the incurvate triangular plinth on giltwood
feet headed by scrolling acanthus joined by cornucopia,
height 29 in., diameter 36 in. Sold for
$7,343.75
on February 7th, 2009.
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A Small American Queen Anne Maple Highboy, 18th c., New England, the cove molded cornice above a concealed frieze drawer, two short over three graduated drawers, the lower case with long drawer over three short drawers, nicely arched and scalloped skirt on cabriole legs ending in pad feet, height 64 in., width 36 in., depth 20 in.
Sold on May 20, 2006 for $7,343.75 |
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A Rare American Classical Mahogany and Egyptian Marble Mixing Table, c. 1825, labeled “John Needles Manufacturer Cabinet Furniture Hanover Street Baltimore”, reeded gallery with bottle compartments and lidded well, cockbeaded
drawer, raised on turned tapered legs, height 32 1/2 in.,
width 25 1/2 in., depth 23 in. Sold for $7,300.00 on May
3rd, 2008
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Good American Classical Mahogany Center Table,
early 19th c.,
Boston, attributed to William Hancock, signed in old script "W.
Hancock"
Sold on October 2nd, 2004 for $7,187 |
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Pair of American Rococo Rosewood Bedside Commodes,
mid-19th c.
Sold for $7,187.00 on June 7, 2003. |
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A
Victorian Rosewood and Marquetry Sideboard, mid-19th c., h. 38
in., w. 73 in., d. 23 1/2 in.
Sold for $6,900.00 on June 7, 2003. |
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A
Good American Classical Giltwood and Gesso Pier Mirror,
c. 1825,
attributed to Isaac L. Platt
Sold on April 3rd, 2004 for $6,612 |
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A
large American cast iron plantation bell,
19th c., sold on April
16th, 2005 for $6,462.50. |
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A Fine American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Butler's Desk, early 19th c., New York, the plum pudding mahogany top over a drop front drawer fitted with a finely fitted desk interior comprising a prospect door, document drawers and letter slots, over three graduated drawers, shaped apron and "French" feet, the whole with line inlay, height 45 in., width 47 in., depth 22 in.
Sold for $6,168.00 on December 3, 2005 |
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A
Fine American Classical Carved Giltwood Pier Mirror, c. 1825,
Boston.
Sold on April 8, 2000 for $6,037. |
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An
American Classical Carved Mahogany Card Table,
early 19th c.,
Boston, attributed to Elijah Lerner and branded #20
Sold on October 2nd, 2004 for $5,750 |
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An
American Southern Cherrywood Sugar Chest, early 19th c.
Sold on October 12, 2002 for $5,750. |
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A Good Pair of American Renaissance Walnut Wall Brackets,
c.
1865, in the manner of John Jelliff.
Sold for $2,760.00 on June 7, 2003.
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