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American & Southern | Session I | November 13, 2025

Thu, Nov 13, 2025 02:00PM EST
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Our November auction begins with a large group of Staffordshire, Whieldon type, armorial and other chinese export porcelains; furniture includes New England, Philadelphia and New York rarities, including a Seymour attributed Chippendale Figured mahogany block front desk, and a Seymour attributed Federal Eagle Inlaid Tambour Desk; Pottery includes Staffordshire, Whieldon type, armorial and other Chinese Export porcelain; Decorative arts include an extensive collection of early lighting, silver, fireplace and other household tools, weathervanes include a full bodied gilt copper eagle, and more
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Lot 1680

Assembled Set of Six Chippendale Carved Mahogany Ribbon Back Side Chairs

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$400

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

American and probably British, late 18th century, comprising: a pair of Philadelphia attributed examples, possibly by Daniel Trotter, with finely carved backs and serpentine front rails, 36-1/2 x 21-1/2 x 19-1/4 in.; with a closely related pair, also with serpentine front rails, probably British; and a third pair, probably British, with straight seat rails; all with matching yellow silk damask upholstery

Provenance: Jerome Blum Antiques, 1985 (with copy of receipt attributing to Massachusetts); The Ray J. and Anne K. Groves Collection

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Jerome Blum Antiques, 1985 (with copy of receipt attributing to Massachusetts); The Ray J. and Anne K. Groves Collection

first pair with break and repair at one lower slat with associated patches to rear stiles, the second with breaks and repairs at middle slat; the second pair with patches and repairs to crest and upper rear stiles at joint (both chairs), one with associated cracks and losses, finish spotting; the third pair with finish distress and spotting, some minor repairs at one crest rail joint; no chairs examined under upholstery Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.