Convex mirror with great proportions in what appears to be the original gilding. The eagle is finely carved and possibly of American origin; similiar eagles are found on mirrors from Albany, N.Y.. The five gilt spheres suspended on chains from the eagles beak are placed so as to mirror the top five spheres on the circular frame. The frame and backboard appear to be in white pine. Height 37", width 21"
Mahogany side chairs with diamond splat and finely carved ball and claw feet. The crest rail on these chairs is a rare and probably undocumented form; these chairs are marked number IV and VII. One chair retains its original red gum, two-part, corner blocks; the other with replaced blocks. Both chairs have their original poplar slip seats. These chairs have an old, possibly original finish; the legs/feet on both are in excellent condition. Height 39 3/8", overall width 24 1/2", sea ...click for details
Chippendale card table in mahogany with marlborough legs. Old, possibly original finish. Old repair to swing leg. Great small size, width 34", depth 17"(34" when open), height 28 1/2".
Serpentine card table with mahogany top and carved base in beech. Secondary woods are pine and elm. The top when opened has dished pockets and what appears to be the original baize liner. A rare and graceful table in the Louis XV manner. French? German? Width 40", depth 19 1/2", height 29"
French or Italian table in pine with traces of old paint coverings. Secondary woods are pine and poplar. Lions head draw pull appears to be an early replacement. Width 34 1/2", depth 22 1/2", height 28 1/2".