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Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023

Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 855

American Rococo Revival Carved Rosewood Needlepoint Fire Screen

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

probably New York, mid 19th century, deeply carved frame with gilt liner centering a needlework panel inscribed "Rachel Standring's Needle Work 1860", retaining old finish, 52-1/4 x 32 x 22 in.

Note: ?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

old finish with surface wear, losses, and distress, backboard resurfaced or replaced, needlework in very good condition (not removed for exam), some minor cracks at crest