A truly EXCEPTIONAL circa 1770s Mahogany & Satinwood fan inlaid tea table of very large size. This table would stand out at ANY major antique show and is one of the best tables I've ever handled myself as a dealer. The block under the top is Pine.
To think of the very high expense at the time for the large amount of Mahogany, and adding for the Satinwood panel in construction as this was a very expensive new exotic imported wood and this table displays the Satinwood fan as status of the wealth of the owner at the time, who would have displayed the table in a prominent position in the house to impress all who saw it. It still impresses today more than 250 years later. The top measures 33 1/2 " diameter and the fan is unusually large at 14".
The large expanse of the diameter top allows for many items to be displayed without actually obscuring the view of the Satinwood inlaid fan in the center. Over a "gun barrel" form turned stem with three cabriole legs and pad feet.
The brace under the stem is untouched since manufacture & the finish on the rest of the table is probably original. The removal of 3 screws from the right underside batten allows for removal of the top from the stem-see pic. This allows for safe and easier shipping as both pieces can be shipped together or separately depending on logistics and location.
The screws in both battens are original of the period / as can be seen in one pic one screw is missing from the batten bit this does not affect stability, and a replacement screw can be sourced quite easily. As can be seen in the pics 250 years of wood movement has caused the expected shrinkage and reattaching of the fastening clasp under the top and it has several modern screws.
The distance between each foot is 18"-foot to foot. Height is 28" Top is 33 1/2" diameter. Satinwood fan is 14" Recently given a light wax treatment-see the last image.
To think of the very high expense at the time for the large amount of Mahogany, and adding for the Satinwood panel in construction as this was a very expensive new exotic imported wood and this table displays the Satinwood fan as status of the wealth of the owner at the time, who would have displayed the table in a prominent position in the house to impress all who saw it. It still impresses today more than 250 years later. The top measures 33 1/2 " diameter and the fan is unusually large at 14".
The large expanse of the diameter top allows for many items to be displayed without actually obscuring the view of the Satinwood inlaid fan in the center. Over a "gun barrel" form turned stem with three cabriole legs and pad feet.
The brace under the stem is untouched since manufacture & the finish on the rest of the table is probably original. The removal of 3 screws from the right underside batten allows for removal of the top from the stem-see pic. This allows for safe and easier shipping as both pieces can be shipped together or separately depending on logistics and location.
The screws in both battens are original of the period / as can be seen in one pic one screw is missing from the batten bit this does not affect stability, and a replacement screw can be sourced quite easily. As can be seen in the pics 250 years of wood movement has caused the expected shrinkage and reattaching of the fastening clasp under the top and it has several modern screws.
The distance between each foot is 18"-foot to foot. Height is 28" Top is 33 1/2" diameter. Satinwood fan is 14" Recently given a light wax treatment-see the last image.
Circa 1795 Very fine British Georgian Period card or game table, which I think can be safely attributed to the firm Gillow's of Lancaster & London (founded in 1730) Mahogany primary wood with stunning figuring throughout, the whole piece featuring Boxwood inlays. Adding to the quality the lower leaf of the top is solid Mahogany not a veneered sub wood as is often the case. Gillow's quality. The entire edge (see pic) of the underside playing surfaces are veneered at the edges to create a raised level for the purpose of keeping items like playing cards and other items like money/drinking vessels on the playing surface without them falling off. The sole purpose of this extraordinary 18th century table was for the owner to play games like cards with friends. The table as you can see is in excellent condition and the top is quite spectacular. Very expensive to commission a table of this quality from a firm like GILLOW'S of Lancaster & London. Dimensions. Height 29" Width top 36" depth top closed 17" depth top open 34".
Circa 1750's, an 'EXCEPTIONAL' American Mahogany stand of desirable small scale, widest part of top 10"-height 21"- foot to foot diameter 12". The top is made of one piece and has 'piecrust form to the edges'. Also, a feature of higher quality construction is the amount of space between the bottom of the leg at the back and the floor as if the claw is perched on the ball, not just coming down at the floor and then running into the ball, sorry for getting technical. The piecrust top over a turned and carved stem and three acanthus carved legs with ball and claw feet. The original finish/varnish and subsequent patination after 275 years is of the highest quality. The uniquely small size and weight make this very shippable.
Just acquired and now offered for sale. With a World Class provenance and exceptional quality an early 18th Century FRENCH, REGENCE period Walnut stand Bearing the original paper label from The Right Honourable Lord Broughton G.C.B-born 1786-died 1869. -see pic2-also one picture shows a Chinese export box on the top for scale. The top is book matched highly figured Walnut veneer and is quite stunning. Height 30" x top 20 3/4" x 18"
Cut and paste the link for bio https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hobhouse,_1st_Baron_Broughton
John Cam Hobhouse, 1st Baron Broughton, GCB, PC, FRS (27 June 1786 – 3 June 1869), known as Sir John Hobhouse, Bt, from 1831 to 1851, was an English politician and diarist.
Cut and paste the link for bio https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hobhouse,_1st_Baron_Broughton
John Cam Hobhouse, 1st Baron Broughton, GCB, PC, FRS (27 June 1786 – 3 June 1869), known as Sir John Hobhouse, Bt, from 1831 to 1851, was an English politician and diarist.
Circa 1770-80 British Georgian one drawer table of desirable "small scale". See picture one for scale comparison. Mahogany primary wood with Oak & Pine secondary woods. Molded top with molded and chamfered legs. Dovetailed drawer with original brass handle. The screws under the top are replaced. Ht overall 28" x dth top 16 1/2" x wth top 28".
Circa 1800-10 Very fine American Federal period two drawer stand, the whole case is Tiger Maple which is very desirable in the marketplace. All secondary woods are Tulip Poplar. 29"h x 23"w x 19"d top
Circa 1800-10 Very rare Federal Period Southern 'Sugar chest'. The 'sugar chest' is one of the most sought-after furniture forms in the American antique marketplace, due to the hard-core collecting base that chase Southern pieces and the fact only a small number were made and generally made for use in the South.
The diminutive size of this one is quite pleasing, and the top is only 31 1/4" wide and 15 1/4" deep.
Another feature that distinguishes this piece is the shaped front skirt, as well as the inlaid escutcheon.
The lower case still retains the original varnish which is astounding.
The whole case is tenon construction. I have only had this piece for a number of weeks and am selling without researching possible identification of the state it was made. I have sold 2 other sugar chests over the years and would be happy to learn later about any research a new owner did and the new info. Obviously certain features and woods help narrow it down to a particular State or Two. The higher number of detailed color images help show construction details as well as woods used.
In my opinion the hinges are replaced. Obviously, the divider was removed. The lock was removed and there is two holes under the lid that probably held a catch for it. (see last image) As sugar became less valuable these chests were not locked and became storage or blanket chests, hence the lack of lock and divider here and this is seen on many in the antique market and in collections.
Primary wood Cherry, with (possibly Tulip) Poplar base and Oak in the back lower section.
31 1/4" wide and 15 1/4" deep x 21" high.
For general information about sugar chests visit these online resources.
Cellarets and Sugar Chests – Edenton Historical Commission (ehcnc.org)
A Dash of Information: Antique Sugar Chest - On The Square | Bidsquare
The diminutive size of this one is quite pleasing, and the top is only 31 1/4" wide and 15 1/4" deep.
Another feature that distinguishes this piece is the shaped front skirt, as well as the inlaid escutcheon.
The lower case still retains the original varnish which is astounding.
The whole case is tenon construction. I have only had this piece for a number of weeks and am selling without researching possible identification of the state it was made. I have sold 2 other sugar chests over the years and would be happy to learn later about any research a new owner did and the new info. Obviously certain features and woods help narrow it down to a particular State or Two. The higher number of detailed color images help show construction details as well as woods used.
In my opinion the hinges are replaced. Obviously, the divider was removed. The lock was removed and there is two holes under the lid that probably held a catch for it. (see last image) As sugar became less valuable these chests were not locked and became storage or blanket chests, hence the lack of lock and divider here and this is seen on many in the antique market and in collections.
Primary wood Cherry, with (possibly Tulip) Poplar base and Oak in the back lower section.
31 1/4" wide and 15 1/4" deep x 21" high.
For general information about sugar chests visit these online resources.
Cellarets and Sugar Chests – Edenton Historical Commission (ehcnc.org)
A Dash of Information: Antique Sugar Chest - On The Square | Bidsquare
EARLY 18th Century French portrait of General "Henri de Suarez d'Aulon" shown in his younger years, born 1704 in Avignon, France died 1775. 21" x 25 1/4" canvas size/view. Is in the original frame on the unlined unrestored canvas-would be spectacular if cleaned professionally. A historically important survivor in the marketplace. Henri de Suarez - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Circa 1790s Federal period Mahogany child's armchair.
Shown next to a recently sold Georgian full size dining chair for size contrast. The original drop in seat with modern cover and staples. Fluted legs and spade feet in the Hepplewhite style. "Wheatsheaf'" carved design to the upper back splat, molded top rail and stiles. Pine secondary.
Shown next to a recently sold Georgian full size dining chair for size contrast. The original drop in seat with modern cover and staples. Fluted legs and spade feet in the Hepplewhite style. "Wheatsheaf'" carved design to the upper back splat, molded top rail and stiles. Pine secondary.
CONSTANTIN GUYS b1802-d 1892, Early 19th Century work on paper. Professionally re-framed. View size 10 1/2" x 7 1/2". Signed on the lower right corner.
Constantin Guys | Meeting in the Park | The Metropolitan Museum of Art (metmuseum.org)
Constantin Guys - Wikipedia for more info about the artist.
Constantin Guys | Meeting in the Park | The Metropolitan Museum of Art (metmuseum.org)
Constantin Guys - Wikipedia for more info about the artist.
CIRCA 1820s Small scale British Windsor chair. Elm & Ash woods. Seat Ht 17" x Wth 19" x dth 15" Wth arm to arm 21" Ht overall 35" Foot to foot 20".
Circa 1770s British Georgian Period Oak hanging/corner cupboard with shaped fitted interior shelves, panel form door with molded top and bottom edges. The lock is replaced. Modern hanging brasses on the back-ready to hang. Ht 32 1/4" Dpth top 15 4/4" Front wth 26" Floor to hanging holes 32".
CIRCA 1840 British large' scale/estate size, Windsor chair. Ash & Elm woods. Notice the height from the seat to the top of the hoop is 26" - Seat Ht 18" x Wth 20" x dth 16" Wth arm to arm 21" Ht overall 40" Foot to foot 21".
Circa 1800-10 British late Georgian, early Regency Period Canterbury. Mahogany throughout with a dovetailed drawer, brass ring handle and brass casters. The finish appears original.
