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Day two features important porcelain and pottery, pilgrim century furniture and early decorative arts. The Tonneson Collection, New Hampshire, includes Delft, slipware, pilgrim century furniture and more; the Collection of Dr. Richard and Carol Lamb, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania features Delft, and Staffordshire; an Important Atlanta Private Collection offers over thirty eight lots of Staffordshire including two rare Whieldon Type Dovecotes; the Sally and Paul Hawkins Collection of Southern pottery, includes an outstanding signed and dated Dave Drake Jar.
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Lot 649

Fine North Shore Massachusetts Chippendale Mahogany and Needlework Pole Screen

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Starting Bid
$500

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possibly Newburyport, second half 18th century, the mahogany pole with urn turning and finial and tripod base, set with a fine needlework panel depicting figures in a stylized landscape, panel 16-1/4 x 17-1/4 in., overall height 57 in.

Provenance: Mark and Marjorie Allen, April, 1999; Tonnesen Collection, New Hampshire

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Mark and Marjorie Allen, April, 1999; Tonnesen Collection, New Hampshire

consigner notes record the needlework work was conserved by Francis Faile, in the late 1990s, with reinforcing net on reverse and acid-free mounting; needlework presents well and appears to be in excellent condition, crack/break and repair to one leg at joint with base of standard, possible restorations to needlework frame molding 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.