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American & Southern | May 30, 2025

Fri, May 30, 2025 10:00AM EDT
  • Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Lot 1244

Pair of Art Deco Oak Side Tables of Asheville Interest

Estimate: $200 - $400

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$3,000 $250
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$100,000 $10,000

circa 1927, with aluminum stock labels underside from First Baptist Church, Asheville, North Carolina, 25 x 12 x 12 in. 

Provenance: Presumed commissioned from Douglas Ellington, Architect, for First Baptist Church, Asheville, 2015; Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina

Note: According to consignor notes, this pair of side tables was designed by award-winning architect and Asheville resident Douglas D. Ellington (1886-1960). Over the course of his career in Asheville, Ellington designed the S & W Cafeteria, Asheville High School, Asheville City Hall, and the First Baptist Church of Asheville (for which these tables were made).

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Commissioned from Douglas Ellington, Architect, for First Baptist Church, Asheville, 2015; Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina

structurally sound, minor surface distress, refinished, restored 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.