American & Southern | February 26, 2026
Thu, Feb 26, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 1071
Scarce American Chippendale Tester Bedstead
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for
$1,100
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
Probably Pennsylvania, late 18th century, stained tulip poplar, tall fluted posts with canopy frame, Marlborough legs, 96 x 50-3/4 x 75-1/2 in.
Provenance: Reportedly purchased from "Dr. Kelly"; Estate of Elizabeth Stvan, Williamsburg, Virginia
Note: 1985 wood sample assessment from Gordon Saltar states that the missing headboard was American pine from the Taeda Group, and that the rails and posts are tulip tree. Copy of assessment with more detail included with this lot. 1969 appraisal from Adelaide G. Briggs also included.
Available payment options
Purchased items will be available for pick up or shipping from our Asheville, North Carolina auction facility within ten business days of the auction, or will be assessed a storage fee of $5.00 per day, per item. Purchaser agrees that packing and shipping is done at the purchaser's risk and that the purchaser will pay in advance all packing expenses, materials, carrier fees and insurance charges. At our discretion, items will either be packed by an agent such as a packaging store or Brunk Auctions. Please allow two weeks for shipping after payment is received. Shipment of large items is the responsibility of the purchaser. We are happy to provide names of carriers and shippers if a purchaser so requests. Brunk Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to shipped items.
Reportedly purchased from "Dr. Kelly"; Estate of Elizabeth Stvan, Williamsburg, Virginia
lacking headboard, later finish with distress and minor loss, proper left front foot facing with chips
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.
