The Jerold D. Krouse Collection: Masterpieces from America & Ireland | November 11, 2025
Tue, Nov 11, 2025 10:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 34
Highly Important Irish George II Carved Mahogany Side Table: The Devenish Table
Estimate: $120,000 - $180,000
Sold for
$190,000
Sold Price excludes BP
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circa 1755, figured top with a molded edge, deeply carved latticework skirt with foliate swags, the front skirt centering a robustly carved lion mask with protruding tongue and wild crisply carved flowing mane and beard, flanked by pairs of swags of oak leaves with acorns and flower heads supported at each end by further flower heads and scrolled acanthus leaves, on acanthus leaf carved cabriole legs, the paw feet with scrolled leaf carved ankles, the side skirts with a scallop shell above swags of drapery supported at each corner by flower heads and scrolled leaves, the back legs similarly carved to those at the front, 31-1/4 x 56 x 30-3/4 in.
Provenance: Collection of Dr. Cremins, Dublin, Ireland; Thence by descent to his daughter sold, Messrs. Hamilton, Osbourne, and King, Fine Art Auctioneers, Blackrock Co. Ireland, June 2000; Tom Devenish; Sotheby's New York, 24 April 2008, lot 133; Sotheby's New York, 23 October 2013, lot 148; Clive Devenish; Apter Fredericks, London; The Jerold Krouse Collection
Exhibited: The Art Institute of Chicago, Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690-1840, March-June 2015. Illustrated in the accompanying catalog, figure 5, catalog no. 236
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Collection of Dr. Cremins, Dublin, Ireland; Thence by descent to his daughter sold, Messrs. Hamilton, Osbourne, and King, Fine Art Auctioneers, Blackrock Co. Ireland, June 2000; Tom Devenish; Sotheby's New York, 24 April 2008, lot 133; Sotheby's New York, 23 October 2013, lot 148; Clive Devenish; Apter Fredericks, London; The Jerold Krouse Collection
very fine condition and integrity, with rich dark brown patinated surface and robust carving, the front skirt with three small leaf tips restored and one lower flower petal, very slight warp to top, expected scattered minor bumps, stains and wearSotheby's Condition report from the Devenish Sale: The top with darkened old marks and stains but with very good color and patination and with a characterful appearance. There is a very slight warp to the right end of the top where it has lifted very slightly to the front and rear corners. There are some old marks and scratches to the legs and frieze but overall a wonderful table with fantastic color and patina in a very original condition.Sotheby's Condition report from October 2013：Overall very good condition； with a beautiful matted wax surface, the top with usual old stains scratches and bruises； the center of the top with light discoloration to center； some scratches and wear to top； wonderful old surface, some minor old worm damage to back rail； beautifully carved, lovely color, great surface 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.
