Carved and Laminated Rosewood Slipper Chairs attributed to J. H. Belter, 19th century: the first with tall carved back centering a yellow silk damask-upholstered cushion (see Schwartz, [The Furniture of John Henry Belter and the Rococo Revival,] catalog no. 25, for an apparently identical example), 44 in.; the second with oak leaf and grape pierce-carved back and matching yellow silk-upholstered seat, (a related example illustrated in Dubrow, [American Furniture of the 19th Century,] p. 109), 44 in. both in very good condition overall, very minor veneer chips at backs, refinished with some traces of early varnish, typical minor wear and flaws, fine modern upholstery in good condition (not examined under upholstery). Notes: ?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.. Provenance: Stanton Family Descent, Natchez, Mississippi both in very good condition overall, very minor veneer chips at backs, refinished with some traces of early varnish, typical minor wear and flaws, fine modern upholstery in good condition (not examined under upholstery)