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Tavern Settle
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Winter/Spring 2002
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This settle is a rare form featuring a back that lowers and converts to a table. The construction of the settle suggests that it was...
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Architectural Shelf Clock with Movement by Daniel Balch, Sr.
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Winter 2002
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The architectural case of this shelf clock represents the best in American shelf clock design. There are only eight other recorded examples of clocks that share this style of case and similar engraved brass...
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Baktiari Tree-of-Life Carpet
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Winter 2002
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This unusual wool foundation Baktiari was woven in southwest Persia in the late nineteenth century. A marvelous example of a weaver’s whimsy, it features a sturdy...
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Federal Wall Clock
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Winter 2002
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The masterpiece of clockmaker David Brown, this clock is in astounding original condition. Of unusual form, it retains its finials, mirror, stamped pendulum, and eglomisé panels representing the New Republic...
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Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester Shell-Decorated Vase & Cover
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Winter 2002
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This vase features an unusual continual frieze of colorful shells, coral, and seaweed against a ground that shades from tan to brown. The shells appear to be three-dimensional—each painted with...
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George III Chest of Drawers
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Winter 2002
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The rare serpentine sides of this Georgian chest of drawers are emulated and enhanced by the curvaceous serpentine shaping of the front. Additionally...
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One Drawer Stand
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Winter 2002
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While numerous country one-drawer stands were made in the Federal era, their elaborate urban counterparts are more unusual, particularly in New Hampshire. This...
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'Matteson' Chest with Drawers
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Autumn 2001
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Among the most desirable paint-decorated furniture from Vermont are 'Matteson' chests. The association of Thomas Matteson of South Shaftsbury, Vermont, with
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Early Queen Anne High Chest and Matching Dressing Table
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Autumn 2001
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Often separated through subsequent ownership, matching high chests and dressing tables are an unusual find in today’s antiques market. The rarity and early date of this...
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Rare Walnut Hanging Wall Cupboard
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Autumn 2001
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Wall cupboards were rarely owned in Pennsylvania, where patrons more frequently opted for less expensive corner shelves. The hanging cupboards were...
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