Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023
Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 829
Signed Belter Rococo Revival Carved Walnut Marble Top Dresser
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
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 |
New York, mid 19th century, label for "J. H. Belter & Co.", beveled mirror plate with carved walnut surround and scrolled supports, three serpentine dovetailed long drawers with figured walnut bookmatched veneers, 85 x 42-1/2 x 20-1/2 in.
Note: See Dubrow, pg. 120-121 for an example of Belter's unlaminated work and same label on a sofa.
?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Provenance: St. Charles Gallery (New Orleans Auction Galleries), July 24-25, 2004; John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Condition
original marble top with some stains and surface flaws, possibly original mirror plate (not removed for exam), mirror surround with filled shrinkage cracks, scattered typical surface wear and small repairs, Belter label faded and with edge losses
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