- CARVED, LAMINATED ROSEWOOD SOFA. ATTR.
CARVED, LAMINATED ROSEWOOD SOFA. ATTR. BELTERAmerican Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-1860, attr. to John Henry Belter, New York, in the pattern commonly referred to as "Rosalie", serpentine floral crest, molded arms, floral seat rail, cabriole legs, casters, h. 37 in., w. 62 in., d. 29 in. Provenance: The Schoenberger Collection, 1812 Palmer Avenue, New Orleans.
- Rare American Rococo Revival Laminated
Rare American Rococo Revival Laminated Rosewood Meridienne, mid-19th century, in the pattern referred to as \"Tuthill King\", attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, the frame featuring a pierced and carved floral crest with grapes, acorns and oak leaves across the back, h. 41\", w. 43\", d. 26\".
- Rare American Rococo Revival Rosewood
Rare American Rococo Revival Rosewood Swivel Piano Stool, third quarter 19th century, attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, the triangular serpentine seat with floral-carved details and mounted to a turned and carved standard with three outstretched scrolled legs, h. 20\", dia. 17\".
- A JOHN HENRY BELTER ROCOCO REVIVAL SOFA
A JOHN HENRY BELTER ROCOCO REVIVAL SOFA CIRCA 1850 A John Henry Belter Rococo Revival sofa circa 1850, executed in laminated rosewood with a floral and vine carved frame centered with the floral crest, with tufted show cover, and rising on cabriole legs, overall 45"h x 70"w x 31"d
- VICTORIAN CENTER TABLE MANNER JOHN HENRY
VICTORIAN CENTER TABLE MANNER JOHN HENRY BELTERA nineteenth century Victorian center table having shaped marble top raised on elaborately carved base in the manner of John Henry Belter. Ht: 29.5" Wd: 59" Dpth: 44.5"
- PAIR ROCOCO REVIVAL CHAIRS, ATTR. BELTERPair
PAIR ROCOCO REVIVAL CHAIRS, ATTR. BELTERPair of Rococo Revival rosewood parlor chairs, attributed to John Henry Belter (1804-1863), carved in the Rosalie with Grape pattern, laminated shield backs, carved skirt and cabriole legs, mounted with casters. Later pink damask upholstery. 36 1/2" H x 17 3/4" W x 15 1/2" D. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
One chair with small 1/2" x 2" veneer replacement and one approx. 4" veneer re-gluing to back edge. Minor chips/losses to back edge veneer of both. Minor wear/rubbing to legs of one chair.
- AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL LAMINATED ROSEWOOD
AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL LAMINATED ROSEWOOD CHAIRattributed to John Henry Belter, mid 19th century, elaborately scrolled back with leaf and flower crest, floral carved knees, 41 x 17 x 15 in., seat height 15 in.
Provenance: Estate of Claude and Leona P. Canada, Kentucky
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Condition:
good structural condition, some minor surface fading and wear, some minor bumps and abrasions at edges, modern upholstery in good condition, not examined under upholstery
- PAIR AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL ROSEWOOD
PAIR AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL ROSEWOOD SIDE CHAIRSattributed to John Henry Belter, mid 19th century, comprising one arm and one side chair, each with floral, cornucopia, oak leaf, and acorn carved back, upholstered backs and seats, floral carved seat frames, figured rosewood veneered backs, armchair 39 x 21-1/2 x 22-1/2 in., seat height 16 in
Provenance: Estate of Claude and Leona P. Canada, Kentucky
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Condition:
both refinished with somewhat abraded surfaces, with some repaired cracks and areas of infill, typical minor repairs at rear leg attachments, some areas of color retouch/variation, upholstery with light wear
- AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL ROSEWOOD SECRETARY
AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL ROSEWOOD SECRETARY BOOKCASENew York, mid 19th century, possibly by John Henry Belter, with deeply carved and scrolled pediment, carved finials, over two glazed doors opening to shelved interior, lower case with fall front opening to lightwood veneered fitted interior with writing surface, over two carved paneled doors, 108 x 48 x 24 in.
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Provenance: John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition:
very good overall with one small molding loss, scattered minor shrinkage cracks and light surface distress
- PAIR ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED LAMINATED
PAIR ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED LAMINATED ROSEWOOD MERIDIENN...New York, mid 19th century, attributed to John Henry Belter, in the Rosalie pattern with floral carved crest and scrolled back, carved seat rail, carved legs with casters, tufted red velvet upholstery, 38 x 40 x 27 in.
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Provenance: The Columbian Lady Antiques, Sutter Creek, California; Collection of Dr. Norbert Mary Fahey, Sacramento, California; Sold Neal Auction Company, April 9, 2022, lot 219 for $5,550; John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition:
scattered varnish distress and discoloration, other surface distress, one with patch at leaf tips and some areas of minor loss, one rear leg likely restored and spliced at bottom, one with break and repair at grape motif at scrolled arm, other repairs and minor losses at crests, modern upholstery in good condition, not examined under upholstery
- AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL LAMINATED CARVED
AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL LAMINATED CARVED ROSEWOOD SIDE ...New York, mid 19th century, attributed to John Henry Belter, carved and laminated frame with needlework back and seat, 39-1/2 x 19 x 17 in.
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Provenance: John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition:
finish distress with some flaking and discoloration, minor chips to carving with one small area of infill, upholstery generally good with light surface dust, other minor flaws and finish distress
- AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED ROSEWOOD
AMERICAN ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED ROSEWOOD ETAGEREJohn Henry Belter, New York, mid 19th century, in the "Rosalie" pattern, with deeply carved grapevine, leaf, and scroll decoration, mirror back and scroll shelf supports, resting on a carved and veneered serpentine base with white marble top and fitted with casters, 87 x 59
Note: Nearly identical example is illustrated in Eileen and Richard DuBrow, "American Furniture of the 19th Century 1840-1880", p. 146
?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Provenance: John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition:
in very good condition, typical minor shrinkage cracks and surface flaws, light stains and wear to marble top, some minor distress to silvering on mirror plates (possibly restored, not removed for exam), carving in good condition with minor cracks and repairs