VOLUME I - Theodore Alexander

VOLUME I

A uniqueand important collectionof fine furniture.

Curious Isle of Man TripodA most remarkable and rare pollardburl and mahogany ‘Manx’ tripodtable, the circular top with a fineswag cast brass gallery supportedon a turned column with unusualBallerina legs with bent knees andfinely cast brass swag mounts andstrapped shoe feet.The original Isle of Man circa 1850from a Private Collection.RE50008 24 W x 24 D x 29 H in. / 60 W x 60 D x 73 H cm

Manx Whimsical StoolAn extremely unusual and finely handcarved and brass mounted stool, thestudded rectangular brown leatherupholstered seat on a naturalisticallycarved and parcel gilt ‘x’ frame basein the form of a headless warriorwith classical armour, the legs withbrass strapped boots, the arms raisedand holding spiral turned batons asarmrests.The original 19th century from theIsle of Man.RE44009 32 1 /4 W x 21 D x 24 1 /2 H in. / 81 W x 53 D x 62 H cm

Imposing Medieval ArmourA hammered bronze suit of armour,with a crested helmet and visor, withchain mail beneath the suit, holdinga broad sword and mounted on aweathered mahogany plinth base.The original German, 16th century,sold at auction for over $50,000.RE10067 29 W x 17 D x 80 H in. / 73 W x 43 D x 203 H cm

Bacchanalian CellaretA Neo-Classical mahogany cellaretor jardinière, oval with removablebrass liner, the stop fluted frieze onfinely brass cast Bacchanalian putticapitals, cabriole legs with leaf andhoof feet.The original George III circa 1790, soldat auction in London for $587,000RE11001 24 W x 28 D x 27 H in. / 60 W x 45 D x 68 H cm

The Linnell C Scroll MirrorA fine hand carved giltwood wallmirror after John Linnell, theacanthus ‘C’ scroll framed marginalplates with a shell and cartouchecrest enclosing a rectangular latticeastragal antiqued mirror plate.The original George III circa 1770.From a Private London Collection.10 RE31004 40 W x 2 D x 70 H in. / 101 W x 5 D x 177 H cm

The Jupe Patent Dining TableAn extending dining room table. Theswivel action top is formed of eightspin-out, triangular segments withadditional leaves to expand the tabletop, which is raised on a substantialcentre turned pillar and four turnedcolumns on a concave platform base.The handmade internal capstanaction and inset corners are of solidbrass.The original was patented by RobertJupe (at the time an upholsterer), of 47Welbeck Street, Cavendish Squarein March 1835. Jupe and his thenpartner John Johnson manufacturedthese tables between 1835 and 1840.Jupe tables are extremely rare, in factamong the rarest of all furniture,and have fetched up to $500,000 atauction.Each table is accompanied by a baizelined leaf cabinet (see previous page)12 RE99004 60 1 /8 W x 60 1 /8 D x 30 H in. / 152 W x 152 D x 76 H cm (As shown) Extending to 84 W x 84 D x 30 H in. / 213 W x 213 D x 76 H cm

CircularRE99003The Jupe Table CollectionPollard burl jupe dining table fitted with brass feet @ 84” diameter, with leaves storage.60 1 /8 W x 60 1 /8 D x 30 H in. / 152 W x 152 D x 76 H cmExtending to 84 W x 84 D x 30 H in. / 213 W x 213 D x 76 H cmRE99004RE99005RE99006OvalRE99097RE9910814Mahogany jupe dining table fitted with brass feet @ 84” diameter, with leaves storage.Mahogany jupe dining table fitted with brass feet @ 90” diameter, with leaves storage.Pollard burl jupe dining table with brass feet @ 90” diameter, with leaves storage.Mahogany jupe dining table with brass feet in oval with leaves storage.Pollard burl jupe dining table with brass feet in oval with leaves storage.60 1 /8 W x 60 1 /8 D x 30 H in. / 152 W x 152 D x 76 H cmExtending to 84 W x 84 D x 30 H in. / 213 W x 213 D x 76 H cm67 1 /2 W x 67 1 /2 D x 30 H in. / 171 W x 171 D x 76 H cmExtending to 90 W x 90 D x 30 H in. / 228 W x 228 D x 76 H cm67 1 /2 W x 67 1 /2 D x 30 H in. / 171 W x 171 D x 76 H cmExtending to 90 W x 90 D x 30 H in. / 228 W x 228 D x 76 H cm88 1 /2 W x 57 1 /2 D x 30 H in. / 224 W x 145 D x 76 H cmExtending to 107 W x 74 1 /4 D x 30 H in. / 271W x 188 D x 76 H cm88 1 /2 W x 57 1 /2 D x 30 H in. / 224 W x 145 D x 76 H cmExtending to 107 W x 74 1 /4 D x 30 H in. / 271W x 188 D x 76 H cm

Lion Club ChairA carved mahogany side chair inthe manner of George Smith, thedeep button antique brown leatherupholstered over scroll back andseat, on naturalistically carved lionlegs with accentuated knees, on pawfeet. (far right)The original Regency circa 1815.From a Private London Collection.Lion Club ChairThe same in fine cow hide (near right)16 RE40001 (near right) 22 1 /2 W x 28 1 /2 D x 40 1 /2 H in. / 57 W x 72 D x 102 H cm RE40006 (far right) 22 1 /2 W x 28 1 /2 D x 40 1 /2 H in. / 57 W x 72 D x 102 H cm

George II Pride ChairA fine carved mahogany and parcelgilt library side chair, the serpentinedeep button antique brown leatherupholstered back and seat on lionmask and leaf carved cabriole legsterminating in hairy paw and ballfeet. (near right)The original George II circa 1735sold at auction for $23,000.George II Pride ChairThe same in fine cow hide (far right).18 RE40002 (far right) 26 3 /4 W x 27 7 /8 D x 42 H in. / 67 H x 70 D x 106 H cm RE40007 (near right) 26 1 /4 W x 28 3 /4 D x 41 3 /4 H in. / 66 W x 73 D x 106 H cm

Georgian Throne ChairAn unusual carved mahogany andparcel gilt library side chair, theserpentine fine cow hide upholsteredback and seat enclosed by lion headarms, on lion mask and leaf carvedcabriole legs terminating in hairypaw and ball feet.The original George II circa 1735sold at auction for $76,000.20 RE41001 31 1 /4 W x 33 1 /2 D x 44 3 /4 H in. / 79 W x 85 D x 113 H cm

The Parisian Griffin DeskA mahogany and lacquer writingtable, the rectangular tan leatherinset top with four crossbandedfrieze drawers, on two finely castGranite, resin and steel Griffinseated on plinth bases.The original Restauration circa1820. Designed by Gabriel Bouiller,Paris 1822. From the GianniVersace Collection sold at auction inNew York for $75,000.22 RE71007 56 W x 30 D x 30 H in. / 142 W x 76 D x 76 H cm

Delicate Urn StandA mahogany tray top urn stand, thesquare undulating gallery top andapron fitted with a frieze candleslide, on flowerhead carved capital,turned and fluted tapering legs.The original George III circa 1785from a Private London Collection.24 RE50006 14 W x 14 D x 25 H in. / 35 W x 35 D x 63 H cm

Restful Regency BenchA carved mahogany and parcelgilt hall bench, the reeded solidseat with lapette carved and scrollend supports, loose antique brownleather button upholstered seatcushion, on turned fluted andtapering legs.The original Regency circa 1820 inthe manner of George Bullock. Soldat auction in London for $7,000.26 RE44006 42 W x 16 D x 23 3 /4 H in. / 106 W x 40 D x 60 H cm

Exquisite Louis Seize ÉtagèreA two tier mahogany display tablewith drawer, the pierced brassgalleried tier on leaf cast brassscroll supports trailing to the largertop with intricately cast brass swagand ribbon tied mounted frieze,on turned, fluted and tapering legsterminating in brass cappings andball feet.The original Louis XVI circa 1780, froma Private Continental Collection.28 RE50005 32 1 /4 W x 22 1 /4 D x 41 H in. / 81 W x 56 D x 104 H cm

Exquisite Pier TableAn important American serpentinemahogany pier or console table ofexcellent proportions, the inset darkgrey granite top above a shaped andundulating apron on shell carvedcabriole legs with claw and ball feet.The original New York circa1760 from the Cortelyou, a Dutchfamily who were amongst theearliest to emigrate to Long Island.Sold at auction in New York for$1,696,000.30 RE50003 41 W x 22 1 /2 D x 31 H in. / 104 W x 57 D x 78 H cm

Flowerhead Sewing TableA finely carved American mahoganywork table, the moulded edge topwith protruding rounded cornersand a frieze drawer, with a pleatedsilk covered box drawer below, theturned and fluted legs with leaf andfloral carving terminating in castbrass cappings.The original Salem, Massachusettscirca 1815, sold at auction for$18,000.32 RE50001 23 1 /4 W x 16 D x 29 H in. / 59 W x 40 D x 73 H cm

The Independence TableThe famous American Federalcarved mahogany, rosewood andbrass strung games table, the rotatingand fold over top inset with gilttooled tan leather playing surface,supported on a wheeled cannon basewith fine brass mounts, the plinthas a turret with cannonball finials,lions legs and paw feet.The original made and signed byDuncan Phyfe of New York, aScottish emigre cabinet makerwho became one of the city’s mostcelebrated artisans of his time. Theoriginal circa 1815 sold at auction$84,000 in New York.34 RE52001 (left facing)36 W x 36 D x 30 H in. / 91W x 91 D x 76 H cm RE52002 (right facing) 36 W x 36 D x 30 H in. / 91W x 91 D x 76 H cm

Important Philadelphia BureauA mahogany bureau on stand ofunusually large proportions, thesloping fall front supported onslide out lopers opening to reveal afitted interior pigeon holes andshaped drawers with four leatherspine faux book drawers, with onelong and three further drawersbelow, shaped apron and shell carvedcabriole legs terminating in claw andball feet.The original Philadelphia circa 1770valued for auction at $40,000.36 RE71001 47 1 /8 W x 23 1 /4 D x 44 H in. / 119 W x 59 D x 111 H cm

Classic CocktailsA Classical Revival mahoganycocktail table, the square top withcanted corners and four friezedrawers, supported by four boldsquare section tapering cabriole legsterminating in brass bases and lionpaw feet, on a concave undertierraised on disc feet.The original from the GianniVersace collection sold at auction inNew York for $19,200.38 RE51001 44 W x 44 D x 20 H in. / 111 W x 111 D x 50 H cm

Mythical Dolphin ConsoleA striking Neo-Classical ebonisedand silvered console table, the finelybrass moulded variegated marbletop above a rosette frieze with acentral drawer, the mirror backbelow flanked by two boldsilvered stylised dolphins on a bowedbreakfront plinth base with silveredcarved moulding.The original Swedish circa 1830 fromthe Gianni Versace Collection.40 RE53001 36 W x 17 D x 38 H in. / 91 W x 43 D x 96 H cm

The Sphinx SetteeA finely hand carved mahoganyand parcel gilt settee, the archedrectangular back and seat upholsteredin fine cow hide, the back framedby gilt carved bell-flowers, thearms with brass Sphinx uprights onflowerhead legs with lion paw feet.The original Empire circa 1815 fromthe Gianni Versace Collection sold atauction in New York.42 RE45004 52 W x 27 1 /2 D x 37 H in. / 132 W x 69 D x 93 H cm

The Canterbury Nest of TablesAn unusual nest of two pollard burl,mahogany banded and brass inlaidtables, the brass bound rectangulartops on turned double end supports,the smaller table with a book traybase.The original set circa 1820 from aPrivate London Collection.44 RE50004 18 1 /4 W x 12 1 /4 D x 25 1 /8 H in. / 46 W x 31 D x 63 H cm

Charming Farmyard Weather VaneA hand-beaten verdigris brass bronzepig weather vane, now mounted on abrass and wooden base.The original American, New Englandcirca 1870 sold at auction in NewYork for $90,000.46 RE10035 29 3 /4 W x 3 1 /2 D x 17 H in. / 75 W x 8 D x 43 H cm

Swan Neck Center TableA mahogany and lacquer centertable, the circular crossbanded topwith frieze drawers and stellar brasshandles, on a tapering octagonalcolumn and with four swan headlions leg monopodiae with paw feetof granite resin and steel, the basea concave quatrefoil platform withbrass feet.The original Empire Guéridoncirca 1815 from the Gianni VersaceCollection sold at auction in NewYork for $21,000.48 RE50012 48 W x 48 D x 30 5 /8 H in. / 121 W x 121 D x 77 H cm

Roman Revival CellaretA pollard burl wine cooler appliedwith beautifully cast brass lionmask and laurel wreath mounts, therectangular crossbanded lid withbrass carrying handles, with recessedpanel sides on brass plinth feet.The original Regency in the mannerof George Bullock circa 1820 valuedfor auction at $45,000.50 RE51004 30 3 /4 W x 20 1 /2 D x 22 1 /2 H in. / 78 W x 52 D x 57 H cm

The Tzar DeskA fine Neo-Classical ormulumounted pollard burl free standingwriting desk, with delicately castmounts on all four sides of Chimeraand anthemion, with Medusahead handles, the frieze withcentral drawer flanked by twodrawers to each side on lyre shapedopen end supports, the platformbases raised on brass disc feet.The original Russian Empire circa1820 from the Gianni VersaceCollection.52 RE71002 52 W x 26 D x 30 H in. / 132 W x 66 D x 76 H cm

Mirrored Parisian ChiffonierA delightful amboyna open-sidedchiffonier or side cabinet, the shapedbreakfront three quarter brass swagcast gallery top above a centralpanelled cupboard door flanked bytwo mirror back shaped shelves withpierced brass galleries, raised ontapering spiral turned legs with brassmounts.The original Paris, circa 1850.54 RE61001 52 3 /4 W x 16 3 /8 D x 37 1 /8 H in. / 133 W x 41 D x 94 H cm

Gillows Ladies DeskA fine kidney shaped mahoganyand rosewood, brass inlaid ladieswriting desk or dressing table, thebrass bound top fitted with a centralshaped frieze drawer, the undertierwith a pierced brass swag cast gallerysupported on four turned legs withfluted feet terminating in brasscappings and castors.The original Victorian circa 1850attributed to Gillows of London.From a Private Collection.56 RE71010 38 1 /4 W x 21 1 /4 D x 30 H in. / 97 W x 53 D x 76 H cm

Figured BureauA small burl walnut bureau on stand,the leather inset sloping fall frontopening to reveal eight drawers andfour pigeon holes with a drawer andpull out lopers as support, on cabriolelegs with slipper feet.The original George I circa 1715from a Private London Collection.58 RE71009 23 1 /4 W x 23 3 /4 D x 34 H in. / 59 W x 60 D x 86 H cm

Bobbin Turned Joynt StoolA faded walnut Joynt stool, solidrectangular seat on bobbin turnedlegs joined by stretchers.The original Charles I circa 1630.Joynt stools were generally used aswe would now use carver chairs. Ata refectory table one would see twolong benches on either side of thetable and the Joynt stools would beused at the either ends.From a Private London Collection.60 RE44001 19 1 /2 W x 12 D x 22 H in. / 49 W x 30 D x 55 H cm

The Bachelor’s ChestA fine faded pollard burl Bachelor’sdressing chest, the hinged fold overtop supported by a pair of pull-outlopers, with two short and three longdrawers applied with brass handleson bracket feet.The original George I. London circa1720 valued for auction at $65,000.62 RE60009 32 1 /2 W x 32 D x 32 1 /8 H in. / 82 W x 81 D x 81 H cm

The General’s Campaign SeatA rare and intriguing carvedmahogany and parcel gilt stool, thefine cow hide upholstered rectangularoverstuffed seat supported on eachside with crossed gilt handled andtipped sheathed sword supportscentred by a rosette and joined by aturned stretcher.The original English, circa 1860from an undisclosed EuropeanPrivate Collection.64 RE44003 27 3 /8 W x 20 1 /2 D x 19 3 /4 H in. / 69 W x 52 D x 50 H cm

Massachusetts HighboyAn American mahogany block frontchest on chest, the broken swan neckcornice with three spiral turnedand gilt pine cone finials, the uppersection with four graduateddrawers above which a fan shellcarved drawer flanked by twoshort drawers all enclosed by fluteduprights, the lower section with fourserpentine block front drawers witha shell apron below and on cabriolelegs terminating in claw and ballfeet.The original last quarter 18thcentury, an important historicalpiece at the apex of the developmentof this type of furniture, attributableto Henry Rust. Sold at auction inNew York for $119,500.66 RE60005 45 W x 23 5 /8 D x 92 H in. / 114 W x 60 D x 233 H cm

The Goddard ‘Roundabout’ ChairThe Nicholas Brown importantAmerican mahogany corner or socalled ‘Roundabout’ arm chair,the arched toprail on turnedsupports interspersed by interlacing‘C’ scroll pierced vase splats, theantique brown leather serpentinedrop in seat on cabriole legs andterminating in slipper feet.The original attributed to JohnGoddard of Newport, Rhode Islandcirca 1760. Sold at auction for$1,584,000. The original chair hadremained in the same family homein Providence for nearly 250 yearsbefore it was sold in 2005.68 RE41006 25 1 /2 W x 24 1 /2 D x 31 H in. / 64 W x 62 D x 78 H cm

Interlacing Scroll Writing TableA fine Neo-Classical rosewoodwriting table, the rectangular topfitted with two frieze drawersstanding on shaped square sectionloop end supports with similarshaped ‘X’ stretchers.The original German circa 1830 fromthe Gianni Versace Collection.70 RE71004 42 W x 24 D x 30 H in. / 106 W x 60 D x 76 H cm

Graceful Chinoiserie CommodeA mahogany and lacquer chestof two drawers, the ends anddrawer fronts hand decorated inChinoiserie scenes on figuredmahogany, with finely cast brassmouldings, ring drop handles and afaux marble painted top.The original Louis XVI circa 1785sold at auction in Paris for $14,000.72 RE60008 34 W x 18 D x 34 1 /2 H in. / 86 W x 45 D x 87 H cm

George II Rococo FauteuilA fine Rococo hand carved mahoganylibrary arm chair in the mannerof Matthias Lock, the serpentineantique brown leather deep buttonupholstered back and seat, withscroll arms, leaf and cartouchecarved cabriole legs.The original George II circa 1735from a Private London Collection.74 RE41013 29 W x 27 D x 43 H in. / 73 W x 68 D x 109 H cm

The Vile & Cobb Acanthus ChairA profusely hand carved mahoganylibrary arm chair after the celebratedLondon cabinetmakers Vile andCobb. The serpentine acanthus leafcarved toprail and the fine cow hideupholstered back and seat enclosedby padded scroll end arms on carvedcabriole legs and hairy paw feet.The original George II circa 1765.From a Private London Collection.76 RE41010 30 1 /2 W x 30 D x 40 1 /2 H in. / 77 W x 76 D x 102 H cm

A Magnificent DeskA fine and important mahogany androsewood cross banded Partners’pedestal desk of magnificentproportions, with gilt highlighting tothe carved decoration, the mouldededge top with three inset tooled redleather writing surfaces, on eachside above three frieze drawers andtwo oval panel cupboard doors eachenclosing six drawers hand-letteredin gold. The doors flanked on eitherside by trailing husk carved pilasters,the sides and kneehole with panels asthe doors, each pedestal on a plinthbase. The 30 drawers mounted withfinely cast brass rocaille handles.The original George III circa 1773was part of HSBC’s Corporate ArtCollection and was sold at auctionfor $1,800,000.Commissioned from ThomasChippendale for John Martin Esq.of Ham Court, Gloucestershire.Chippendale was the son of aWorcestershire carver and establishedhimself in business in ConduitStreet in 1749 prior to moving toSt Martin’s Lane in 1752. He isregarded as the master of design andproportion.78 RE71005 86 W x 47 1 /2 D x 30 H in. / 218 W x 120 D x 76 H cm (RE63001 Bookcase refer page 79)

Chippendale Library BookcaseAn imposing mahogany, crossbandedand parcel gilt open library bookcaseen suite with the ChippendalePartners desk in this collection.With a moulded cornice andadjustable shelves below, with touchlights to each section, flanked bytrailing husk carved uprights, thebase of three frieze drawers on twothree drawer pedestals and plinthbases flanking a kneehole.(Chippendale Partners Desk RE71005)80 RE63001 88 1 /8 W x 20 1 /2 D x 92 H in. / 223 W x 52 D x 233 H cm

Sumptuous Sabre Leg BergèreA mahogany scoop back libraryBergère arm chair, the caned backand seat with a loose antique brownleather button cushion and shapedloose backrest, on sabre legs cappedwith roundels.The original Regency circa 1815 soldat auction in London for $10,000.82 RE41012 25 1 /4 W x 28 1 /2 D x 36 1 /4 H in. / 64 W x 72 D x 92 H cm

Metamorphic Reading TableA mahogany, brass inlaid androsewood reading table, the risingcrossbanded moulded edge top withinset removable brass book rest, thefrieze with slides to each side and afrieze drawer with a shield shapedescutcheon and oval handles, onlobed and turned fluted taperinglegs, terminating in brass cappingsand castors.The original George III circa 1800sold at auction for $38,720.84 RE50021 24 W x 17 D x 30 H in. / 60 W x 43 D x 76 H cm

Sinuous Serpentine ChestA mahogany serpentine chest ofdrawers, the canted protrudingcorners with finely brass mountedcaryatid and bellflower shapeduprights, the two short and threelong graduated drawers withdetailed floral wreath cast drophandles and escutcheons, on amoulded base with bracket feet.The original George III circa 1770 inthe manner of John Linnell. From aPrivate London Collection.86 RE60010 52 W x 24 D x 37 H in. / 132 W x 60 D x 93 H cm

Cabriole Leg StoolA superb carved mahogany andparcel gilt footstool, on acanthusleaf capped and gold leaf highlightedcabriole legs with lion paw feet, theseat upholstered in fine cow hide.(far right)The original George II circa 1740sold at auction for $25,920Georgian Great StoolA superb carved mahogany andparcel gilt Ottoman or ‘Great’ stool,on acanthus leaf capped and goldleaf highlighted cabriole legs withlion paw feet, the seat upholsteredin fine cow hide. (near right)88 RE44004 (near right) 53 1 /2 W x 39 1 /2 D x 20 1 /2 H in. / 135 W x 100 D x 52 H cm RE44005 (far right) 31 W x 23 D x 20 H in. / 78 W x 58 D x 50 H cm

Exceptional Tripod TableA mahogany circular tilt top tripodtable, the moulded edge top witha finely turned brass gallery ona spiral turned baluster columnwith parcel gilt acanthus leafcarved cabriole legs terminating inclaw and ball feet.The original George II circa 1750sold at auction for $21,600.90 RE50022 34 W x 34 D x 30 H in. / 86 W x 86 D x 76 H cm

Smith & Hope Library ChairA hand carved dark mahogany parcelgilt library open arm chair, theraised and scroll toprail carved witha plume and scrolls, the caned andloose antique brown leather buttonupholstered cushion seat and panelbar back above a ring turned andlotus leaf carved rail, the arm abovewinged leopard monopodiae supportswith paw feet.The original after George Smith andThomas Hope circa 1815. GeorgeSmith published a ‘Collection ofDesigns for Household Furniture andInterior Decoration’, in 1808 andshared many aspects of furniture designwith his contemporary Thomas Hope.The original sold at auction in Londonfor $55,600.92 RE41005 26 W x 27 1 /2 D x 36 1 /4 H in. / 66 W x 69 D x 92 H cm

Elegant Regency Bar BackA carved mahogany and parcel giltarm chair in the manner of ThomasHope, the over scrolled carvedtoprail and padded arms enclosingan antique brown leather buttonseat and padded bar back, the seatrail with gilt roundels and on foursabre legs.The original Regency circa 1820 soldat auction in London for $31,000.94 RE41007 25 W x 27 3 /4 D x 38 H in. / 63 W x 70 D x 96 H cm

Regency Brass Inlaid ChiffonierA mahogany, rosewood crossbandedand brass inlaid chiffonier, theupper shelf structure with a finethree quarter Greek key piercedbrass gallery with open brass grilleand column supports, the cabinetsection with two lozenge inlaid friezedrawers applied with lion maskhandles, and silk backed ellipticalgrille panel doors, on square taperinglegs with brass paw feet.The original Regency circa 1815 soldat auction for $19,500.96 RE61005 40 W x 18 D x 49 H in. / 101 W x 45 D x 124 H cm

Charming Cheval Dressing MirrorA charming Italian Neo-Classicalfinely carved wood cheval mirror,partially gilded and ivory painted witha leaf hand carved frame flanked andsurmounted by foliate scrolls enclosinga bevelled edge plate, on paw feet witheasel chain supports.The original circa 1780 valued forauction in London at $9,000.98 RE31002 33 W x 26 3 /4 D x 70 1 /2 H in. / 83 W x 67 D x 179 H cm

Concave Side CabinetA fine mahogany and burl mahoganybanded side cabinet, with threefrieze drawers above correspondingoval panel and lozenge inlaid doorsenclosing adjustable shelves, withconcave sides, on turned legs withbrass cappings.The original George III circa 1800,sold at auction London for $20,000.100 RE61003 64 W x 16 D x 36 1 /4 H in. / 162 W x 40 D x 92 H cm

The Finely Carved Italian ConsoleA finely carved limed wood paintedserpentine console table, the shapedbowfront mahogany and finelyscrolling brass marquetry leafinlaid top above a finely carvedpanelled frieze, on spiral turned,acanthus leaf capital and flutedturned legs joined by stretcherscentred by a wreath mouldedcircular mahogany urn tier.The original North Italian, circa1770. From a Private EuropeanCollection.102 RE53006 48 W x 18 D x 34 3 /8 H in. / 121 W x 45 D x 87 H cm

Hourglass Shield Back ChairA weathered mahogany arm chair,the shield back and open scroll armsenclosing an antiqued upholsteredseat on cabriole legs terminating inpad feet. (far right)The original George I circa 1720.Sold at auction in London for$18,900.Hourglass Shield Back ChairThe same in fine cow hide (near right)104 RE41003 (far right)24 1 /2 W x 24 3 /8 D x 38 1 /2 H in. / 62 W x 61 D x 97 H cmRE41004 (near right) 24 1 /2 W x 24 3 /8 D x 38 1 /2 H in. / 62 W x 61 D x 97 H cm

Regency Scoop BackA Regency carved faded honeymahogany side chair, scoop back, finecow hide upholstered seat, lions legspaw feet and accentuated knees.The original 1820, from a PrivateLondon Collection.106 RE40005 25 W x 27 D x 36 H in. / 63 W x 68 D x 91 H cm

Neapolitan Satyrical EwerA fine Neo-Classical verdigrisbaluster ewer, the serpentine spoutand loop scroll handle with a Satyrmask base, the baluster body withfluted decoration mounted on astepped square pedestal applied withbrass Medusa head mounts.The original Italian circa 1830. Froma Private New York Collection.108 RE15001 6 W x 8 1 /2 D x 25 1 /4 H in. / 15 W x 21 D x 64 H cm

Highly Strung CabinetAn exceptional rosewood, inlaidand brass strung side cabinet, therectangular top above two friezedrawers with ovoid panel inlay,Medusa head brass handles andmounts to the radiating rosewoodand banded cupboard doors, onbracket feet.The original Regency circa 1810 froma Private English Collection.110 RE61002 46 W x 15 D x 36 H in. / 116 W x 38 D x 91 H cm

Elegant Gillows Games TableA rosewood, macassar ebonycrossbanded and brass inlaid gamestable, the slide out reversible chessinlaid center section revealing abackgammon board, the frieze withtwo dummy drawers and brasshandles, on fluted tapering legsterminating in brass cappings.The original Regency circa 1810,Gillows of London. From a PrivateNew York Collection.112 RE52004 36 W x 23 D x 30 H in. / 91 W x 58 D x 76 H cm

Parisian Griffin CocktailA mahogany and glass inset circularcocktail table, three lacquer Graniteresin and steel Griffin supports,trefoil concave platform base andbrass plinth feet.The original classic Restauration circa1820 designed by Gabriel Bouiller,Paris 1822.(En suite with the writing deskRE71007)114 RE51002 42 W x 42 D x 23 1 /2 H in. / 106 W x 106 D x 59 H

Occasional RococoA carved mahogany stool, thecircular antique brown leatherbutton upholstered seat on ‘C’ scrolland leaf carved cabriole legs.The original George III circa 1765sold at auction for $6,000.116 RE44008 20 W x 20 D x 20 H in. / 50 W x 50 D x 50 H cm

Irish Bowfront ConsoleA mahogany, rosewood and parquetryinlaid demi lune console table, faninlaid top, faux fluted frieze, inlaidsquare tapering legs.The original George III, Dublin.Attributed to William Moore circa 1780.From an Irish Private Collection.118 RE53002 49 W x 13 D x 34 H in. / 124 W x 33 D x 86 H cm

Classic Queen Anne ChestA good mahogany, crossbanded andboxwood strung break-bowfrontchest of drawers, with a shapedbrushing slide, three short and threelong drawers flanked by reededuprights on bracket feet.The original Queen Anne circa 1705London.120 RE60011 32 W x 18 D x 34 H in. / 81 W x 45 D x 86 H cm

Brass Strung Urn StandA mahogany and brass inlaid traytop urn stand, the square top withan undulating gallery and fittedwith a slide, on square tapering legsterminating in spade feet united bya delicately ring turned ‘X’ shapedstretcher.The original George III, circa 1800from Kenwood House, London soldat auction for $7,560.122 RE50007 14 1 /4 W x 14 1 /4 D x 27 7 /8 H in. / 36 W x 36 D x 70 H cm

The Goddard SerpentineAn American serpentine mahoganysilver table, the dished moulded edgetop above a plain undulating friezeon four palmette carved cabriole legswith claw and ball feet.The John Goddard (1723-1785)table was recently sold at auctionfor $7,900,000 and is considered tobe a highly important masterpieceof 18th century American furniture.Goddard made the original forNicholas Brown of Rhode Island aspart of a wedding furniture order.The cost then was £82 (RhodeIsland currency). When sold atauction the table was still ownedby a direct descendant of NicholasBrown’s. A similar table made atthe same time can be found at theWinterthur Museum in Delaware,USA. The table is distinguished bythe fact that it displays a masteryof serpentine design and formidablecarving skills, the latter of whichare evident in the symmetricalpalmettes and leaf-carved knees, inthe claw feet and open talons.124 RE50014 33 W x 21 D x 26 5 /8 H in. / 83 W x 53 D x 67 H cm

Sunburst LowboyA faded burl walnut and linestrung low side table, the mouldededge crossbanded top with twofrieze drawers below centredby a semi circular sunburstinlaid drawer recessed withan arch and sans traverse withundulating apron, on cabriole legswith slipper and disc feet.The original George I circa 1720 soldat auction in London for $47,250.126 RE50018 33 W x 19 D x 28 H in. / 76 W x 48 D x 71 H cm

Dignified Rosewood ÉtagèreA rosewood and elegantly turnedcast brass three tier Étagère, therectangular pierced repeating archbrass gallery top and brass boundlower tiers between brass columnsterminating in brass castors.The original by Mallets of Londonsold at auction for $6000.128 RE50010 21 W x 15 D x 28 3 /8 H in. / 53 W x 38 D x 72 H cm

Sphinx Monopodiae Center TableAn Egyptian Revival mahogany andlacquer center table, the circularbrass bound top with wreath handlefrieze drawers on three finely castgranite and resin Sphinx monopodiaewith paw feet, on a trefoil concaveplatform base.The original Empire circa 1810from the Gianni Versace Collectionvalued at $18,000.130 RE50011 36 1 /4 W x 36 1 /4 D x 34 5 /8 H in. / 92 W x 92 D x 87 H cm

Galloping Weather VaneA hand-beaten hollow verdigrisbrass so called ‘Hindoo’ weathervane, in the shape of a running horsenow mounted on an brass base.The original American, New England,circa 1880 sold at auction in NewYork for $15,600.132 RE10033 29 W x 6 D x 19 3 /4 H in. / 73 W x 15 D x 50 H cm

Cantering Weather VaneA hand-beaten verdigris brass socalled ‘Black Hawk’ weather vane,in the shape of a cantering horse.The original Maine, New Englandcirca 1870 and attributable toCushing and White. Sold at auctionin New York for $15,600.134 RE10034 32 1 /2 W x 8 D x 24 1 /2 H in. / 82 W x 20 D x 62 H cm

The Zephyr ConsoleA fine, rare and delightful mahoganyconsole table, the variegated brassinlaid granite top above a friezedrawer with Medusa mount flankedby anthemion, the mirror backbelow on a breakfront plinth base,supported by winged Zephyr andbrass roundel capital turned andtapering legs.The original Empire by Jacob Freres,Paris circa 1815. Valued for auctionat $30,000.136 RE53005 36 W x 17 D x 37 H in. / 91 W x 43 D x 93 H cm

The Weisweiler GuéridonA mahogany Guéridon after A.Weisweiler, the circular brass boundand marquetry hand brass inlaid topand galleried undertier supportedby scroll capital brass legs with ropeloop handles on paw feet joined by afloral trefoil pierced stretcher.The original Directoire circa 1790.From a Private Parisian Collection.138 RE50013 22 1 /4 W x 22 1 /4 D x 28 1 /4 H in. / 56 W x 56 D x 71 H cm

Finely Shaped WhatnotA charming three tier mahoganyand burl banded étagère, thebrass bound kidney shapedupper tiers with an oval undertiersupported between finely turned andcast brass columns.The original English circa 1850 froma Private London Collection.140 RE50019 20 1 /4 W x 18 D x 32 3 /4 H in. / 51 W x 45 D x 83 H cm

A Chippendale DeskA fine mahogany partners’ desk,the rectangular top inset with a gilttooled tan leather writing surface,the frieze with three drawers to eachside and three drawers below to eachpedestal opposed by cupboard doors,with panelled sides and on plinthbases, all drawers with finely castbrass mounts.The original George III undoubtedlyby Thomas Chippendale, London circa1765, valued for auction at $120,000.142 RE71003 56 W x 36 D x 30 H in. / 142 W x 91 D x 76 H cm

The Chippendale Hexagon TableA fine mahogany and parcel gilttripod table in the manner ofThomas Chippendale, the figuredhexagonal top on a turned and flutedcolumn with carved acanthus leaf andscroll legs.The original George III circa 1780valued for auction in New York at$14,000.144 RE50009 25 3 /4 W x 24 7 /8 D x 27 1 /2 H in. / 65 W x 63 D x 69 H cm

Gadrooned Tea TableA fine carved mahogany tea table,the serpentine gadrooned edge foldover top fitted with a central friezeon lion mask carved cabriole legsterminating in claw and ball feet.The original George II circa 1730.From a private New York Collection.146 RE52003 41 W x 38 3 /4 D x 30 H in. / 104 W x 98 D x 76 H cm

A Demi Lune TableA mahogany demi lune consoleof small proportions, fitted withtwo central frieze drawers appliedwith brass handles and locks, onsquare tapering legs terminating inbrass feet joined by an undertier.The original George III circa 1800sold at auction for $6,650.148 RE50025 22 W x 13 3 /4 D x 35 H in. / 55 W x 34 D x 88 H cm

Grecian Revival Brass Inlaid Writing TableA mahogany writing table afterMolitor, the rectangular top withengraved brass moulding and brassline inlay above a frieze fitted withtwo drawers, anthemion mountsabove the carved naturalistic lionlegs with paw feet accentuated atthe knees, all on a concave mahoganyand brass inlaid plinth base.The original circa 1820 was formerlyused by Gianni Versace in the Salonat Casa Casuarinas, Miami. Sold atauction for $54,000.150 RE71006 56 W x 28 D x 30 H in. / 142 W x 71 D x 76 H cm

Ingenious Table en CabaretA delightful mahogany tripodtable, the circular top with a finelycast brass swag and piercedgallery adjustable through a brasstelescopic mechanism, supported ona tapered column and square sectiondownswept legs.The original 19th century French.Inspired by a similar item sold atauction in Paris for $24,600.152 RE50020 16 1 /4 W x 15 1 /4 D x 34 H in. / 41 W x 38 D x 86 H cm

Serpentine Reeded ChestA rare Neo-Classical mahoganyserpentine chest of drawers, thetop with protruding corners withgilt carved and cluster reed columnsenclosing four graduated drawerswith brass drop handles, on shapedbracket feet.The original George III circa1770 sold at auction London for$108,000.154 RE60004 40 W x 20 D x 32 3 /4 H in. / 101 W x 50 D x 83 H cm

Neo-Classical TorchèreA mahogany and parcel gilt torchère,the circular top on three gilt capitalfluted columns centred by upsweptstretchers joined by a turned flutedand urn finial on acorn feet.The original Italian circa 1785 fromthe Gianni Versace Collection sold atauction in New York for $10,400.156 RE17003 16 W x 16 D x 40 H in. / 40 W x 40 D x 101 H cm

Rococo Work TableA carved mahogany and parcel giltbox on stand, the gilt carved mouldedtop above the fall front applied witha finely cast brass Rocaille escutcheonand handle opening to reveal sixdrawers, supported on a fluted andacanthus leaf carved column withtripod leaf on shell carved cabriolelegs.The original George II circa 1740sold at auction in New York for$26,450.158 RE50024 23 5 /8 W x 25 D x 30 H in. / 60 W x 63 D x 76 H cm

Delightful Regency OccasionsA mahogany and brass lozengeinlaid occasional table, the cantedrectangular top fitted with afrieze drawer and eight lion maskmounts, supported on a spiral turnedcolumn with four brass ‘C’ scrollsupports, the downswept legs andfinial plinth on peg feet.The original Regency circa 1815 soldat auction London for $17,300.160 RE50023 22 3 /4 W x 16 D x 29 H in. / 57 W x 40 D x 73 H cm

Intricately Carved TorchèreA finely hand carved mahoganyand silver leaf torchère, a wreathcarved circular top with a latticecarved and flowerhead frieze, onthree bell flower carved taperingsupports terminating in lion pawfeet, joined by a trefoil guillochecarved undertier and on a cantedtriangular pedestal base.The original Louis XVI circa 1790sold at auction for $43,000.162 RE17001 14 3 /4 W x 13 D x 48 H in. / 37 W x 33 D x 121 H cm

Exquisite Regency FootstoolA finely carved mahogany and parcelgilt footstool, grey silk upholsteredarched seat, acanthus leaf bracketedlions paw feet below the panelledand rosette carved frieze.The original Regency London circa1825 valued for auction at $5,000.164 RE44002 22 3 /4 W x 16 1 /4 D x 7 1 /8 H in. / 57 W x 41 D x 18 H cm

Regency Library ChairA carved mahogany and parcel giltlibrary arm chair, the antique brownleather button back and seat enclosedby padded arms with acanthus carveduprights, on anthemion capital turnedtapering and carved legs.The original Regency circa 1815 soldat auction in London for $50,000.166 RE41002 26 3 /4 W x 29 1 /2 D x 36 5 /8 H in. / 67 W x 74 D x 93 H cm

Classical Revival ChesterfieldA very finely carved mahoganyframed and parcel gilt settee, theover scroll back and seat deep buttonupholstered in antique brown leatherflanked by carved finial terminusarms and winged leopard and pawfoot monopodiae.The original French circa 1815 soldfrom the Gianni Versace Collectionin New York.168 RE45005 57 W x 33 D x 38 H in. / 144 W x 83 D x 96 H cm

RE10033Pg13129 W x 6 D x 19 3 /4 H in.73 W x 15 D x 50 H cmRE10034Pg13332 1 /2 W x 8 D x 24 1 /2 H in.82 W x 20 D x 62 H cmRE10035Pg4529 3 /4 W x 3 1 /2 D x 17 H in.75 W x 8 D x 43 H cmRE10067Pg529 W x 17 D x 80 H in.73 W x 43 D x 203 H cmRE11001Pg724 W x 28 D x 27 H in.60 W x 45 D x 68 H cmRE41003 (right)Pg10324 1 /2 W x 24 3 /8 D x 38 1 /2 H in.62 W x 61 D x 97 H cmRE41005Pg9126 W x 27 1 /2 D x 36 1 /4 H in.66 W x 69 D x 92 H cmRE41006Pg6725 1 /2 W x 24 1 /2 D x 31 H in.64 W x 62 D x 78 H cmRE41007Pg9325 W x 27 3 /4 D x 38 H in.63 W x 70 D x 96 H cmRE41010Pg7530 1 /2 W x 30 D x 40 1 /2 H in./ 77 W x 76 D x 102 H cmRE41004 (left)RE15001Pg1076 W x 8 1 /2 D x 25 1 /4 H in.15 W x 21 D x 64 H cmRE17001Pg16114 3 /4 W x 13 D x 48 H in.37 W x 33 D x 121 H cmRE17003Pg15516 W x 16 D x 40 H in.40 W x 40 D x 101 H cmRE31002Pg9733 W x 26 3 /4 D x 70 1 /2 H in.83 W x 67 D x 179 H cmRE31004Pg940 W x 2 D x 70 H in.101 W x 5 D x 177 H cmRE41012Pg8125 1 /4 W x 28 1 /2 D x 36 1 /4 Hin. / 64 W x 72 D x 92 H cmRE41013Pg7329 W x 27 D x 43 H in.73 W x 68 D x 109 H cmRE44001Pg5919 1 /2 W x 12 D x 22 H in.49 W x 30 D x 55 H cmRE44002Pg16322 3 /4 W x 16 1 /4 D x 7 1 /8 H in.57 W x 41 D x 18 H cmRE44003Pg6327 3 /8 W x 20 1 /2 D x 19 3 /4 H in.69 W x 52 D x 50 H cmRE40001 (left)Pg1522 1 /2 W x 28 1 /2 D x 40 1 /2 H in.57 W x 72 D x 102 H cmRE40006 (right)RE40002 (right)Pg1726 3 /4 W x 27 7 /8 D x 42 H in.67 H x 70 D x 106 H cmRE40007 (left)26 1 /4 W x 28 3 /4 D x 41 3 /4 H in.66 W x 73 D x 106 H cmRE40005Pg10525 W x 27 D x 36 H in.63 W x 68 D x 91 H cmRE41001Pg1931 1 /4 W x 33 1 /2 D x 44 3 /4 H in.79 W x 85 D x 113 H cmRE41002Pg16526 3 /4 W x 29 1 /2 D x 36 5 /8 H in.67 W x 74 D x 93 H cm170IndexRE44004 (left)Pg8753 1 /2 W x 39 1 /2 D x 20 1 /2 H in.135 W x 100 D x 52 H cmRE44005 (right)31 W x 23 D x 20 H in.78 W x 58 D x 50 H cmRE44006Pg2542 W x 16 D x 23 3 /4 H in.106 W x 40 D x 60 H cmRE44008Pg11520 W x 20 D x 20 H in.50 W x 50 D x 50 H cmRE44009Pg332 1 /4 W x 21 D x 24 1 /2 H in.81 W x 53 D x 62 H cmRE45004Pg4152 W x 27 1 /2 D x 37 H in.132 W x 69 D x 93 H cmIndex171

RE45005Pg16757 W x 33 D x 38 H in.144 W x 83 D x 96 H cmRE50001Pg3123 1 /4 W x 16 D x 29 H in.59 W x 40 D x 73 H cmRE50003Pg2941 W x 22 1 /2 D x 31 H in.104 W x 57 D x 78 H cmRE50004Pg4318 1 /4 W x 12 1 /4 D x 25 1 /8 H in.46 W x 31 D x 63 H cmRE50005Pg2732 1 /4 W x 22 1 /4 D x 41 H in.81 W x 56 D x 104 H cmRE50019Pg13920 1 /4 W x 18 D x 32 3 /4 H in.51 W x 45 D x 83 H cmRE50020Pg15116 1 /4 W x 15 1 /4 D x 34 H in.41 W x 38 D x 86 H cmRE50021Pg8324 W x 17 D x 30 H in.60 W x 43 D x 76 H cmRE50022Pg8934 W x 34 D x 30 H in.86 W x 86 D x 76 H cmRE50023Pg15922 3 /4 W x 16 D x 29 H in.57 W x 40 D x 73 H cmRE50006Pg2314 W x 14 D x 25 H in.35 W x 35 D x 63 H cmRE50007Pg12114 1 /4 W x 14 1 /4 D x 27 7 /8 H in.36 W x 36 D x 70 H cmRE50008Pg124 W x 24 D x 29 H in.60 W x 60 D x 73 H cmRE50009Pg14325 3 /4 W x 24 7 /8 D x 27 1 /2 H in.65 W x 63 D x 69 H cmRE50010Pg12721 W x 15 D x 28 3 /8 H in.53 W x 38 D x 72 H cmRE50024Pg15723 5 /8 W x 25 D x 30 H in.60 W x 63 D x 76 H cmRE50025Pg14722 W x 13 3 /4 D x 35 H in.55 W x 34 D x 88 H cmRE51001Pg3744 W x 44 D x 20 H in.111 W x 111 D x 50 H cmRE51002Pg11342 W x 42 D x 23 1 /2 H in.106 W x 106 D x 59 HRE51004Pg4930 3 /4 W x 20 1 /2 D x 22 1 /2 H in.78 W x 52 D x 57 H cmRE50011Pg12936 1 /4 W x 36 1 /4 D x 34 5 /8 H in.92 W x 92 D x 87 H cmRE50012Pg4748 W x 48 D x 30 5 /8 H in.121 W x 121D x 77 H cmRE50013Pg13722 1 /4 W x 22 1 /4 D x 28 1 /4 H in.56 W x 56 D x 71 H cmRE50014Pg12333 W x 21 D x 26 5 /8 H in.83 W x 53 D x 67 H cmRE50018Pg12533 W x 19 D x 28 H in.76 W x 48 D x 71 H cmRE52001 (left facing)Pg3336 W x 36 D x 30 H in.91W x 91 D x 76 H cmRE52003Pg14541 W x 38 3 /4 D x 30 H in.104 W x 98 D x 76 H cmRE52004Pg11136 W x 23 D x 30 H in.91 W x 58 D x 76 H cmRE53001Pg3936 W x 17 D x 38 H in.91 W x 43 D x 96 H cmRE53002Pg11749 W x 13 D x 34 H in.124 W x 33 D x 86 H cmRE52001 (right facing)172 IndexIndex 173

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