The Jerold D. Krouse Collection: Masterpieces from America & Ireland | November 11, 2025
Tue, Nov 11, 2025 10:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 31
Fine Irish Chippendale Carved Mahogany Bottle Stand
Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
Sold for
$20,000
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $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 |
circa 1760, dense figured mahogany, deeply scalloped form with gadrooned molding, finely carved skirt with punchwork ground, paw feet, fitted with eight conforming hand blown clear glass decanters, 23-1/2 x 28-1/2 x 16-1/2 in.
Provenance: With R. A. Lee, 25 November 1964; Christie's London, 'The Samuel Messer Collection', 5 December 1991 lot 103; Norman Adams, London; The Jerold Krouse Collection
Exhibited: The Art Institute of Chicago, "Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design", March 2015-June 2015, catalog no. 242.
Literature: Illustrated in The Knight of Glin and James Peill, Irish Furniture, p. 236 catalog. no. 176.
An exceptional example of this classic Irish form. A very closely related example from the Howth Castle Collection, with similar carving but lacking the punchwork ground, sold at Fonsie Mealy's Auction, September 8, 2021 lot 392.
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With R. A. Lee, 25 November 1964; Christie's London, 'The Samuel Messer Collection', 5 December 1991 lot 103; Norman Adams, London; The Jerold Krouse Collection
excellent condition overall, some shrinkage cracks and warping to bottom boards, tips of two skirt scrolls restored, minor checking at back of one leg, other minor finish distress and light surface wear; later glass decanters in good condition with minor interior staining and scattered small chips to stoppers 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.
