Jan 25, 2024 10:00 EST

Old Master & 19th Century Paintings, Drawings & Prints / English & Continental Decorative Arts

 
Lot 773
 

773

George II Walnut Double-Chairback Settee
Second quarter 18th century

Estate / Collection: Property of The Constable Family, Cambridge and Sherborn, Massachusetts

The shell-carved top rail above vasiform splats, the arms ending in eagle-head terminals, the drop-in seat on shell-carved legs with claw-and feet-ball feet.

Height 38 in. (96.5 cm), width 67 in. (170.1 cm), depth 29 in. (73.7 cm)

Spink & Son, London.

Acquired from the above, July 23, 1971.

English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts

 

  • Auction of English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts on January 25, 2024

  • Roman Mosaic Panels Far Surpass Expectations

  • Featuring Property from The Manolovici Collection and the Collection of New York Hostess Alice Mason


NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle's auction of English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts on January 25, 2024 showcased a broad selection of elegant furniture, porcelain, mirrors, clocks, chandeliers, tapestries and rugs from prominent estates and collections, including the Collection of New York Hostess Alice Mason. Read More and The Manolovici Collection. Read More 

Highlighting the sale were two Roman mosaic panels that far surpassed expectations. A rectangular mosaic panel of a garland and fish dating from the 2nd-3rd century AD achieved $44,800, more than doubling its $15,000-20,000 estimate. A square mosaic pattern with a geometric design from the 2nd-4th century AD realized $25,600, well over its estimate of $12,000-18,000.

 
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Peter Lang: 212-427-4141, ext 238, Furniture@Doyle.com


A SELECTION OF AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS

 

Sold for $17,920
Estimated at $6,000 - $8,000

Includes Buyer's Premium


 

Estate / Collection: Property of The Constable Family, Cambridge and Sherborn, Massachusetts

The shell-carved top rail above vasiform splats, the arms ending in eagle-head terminals, the drop-in seat on shell-carved legs with claw-and feet-ball feet.

Height 38 in. (96.5 cm), width 67 in. (170.1 cm), depth 29 in. (73.7 cm)

Provenance:

Spink & Son, London.

Acquired from the above, July 23, 1971.


English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts

 

  • Auction of English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts on January 25, 2024

  • Roman Mosaic Panels Far Surpass Expectations

  • Featuring Property from The Manolovici Collection and the Collection of New York Hostess Alice Mason


NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle's auction of English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts on January 25, 2024 showcased a broad selection of elegant furniture, porcelain, mirrors, clocks, chandeliers, tapestries and rugs from prominent estates and collections, including the Collection of New York Hostess Alice Mason. Read More and The Manolovici Collection. Read More 

Highlighting the sale were two Roman mosaic panels that far surpassed expectations. A rectangular mosaic panel of a garland and fish dating from the 2nd-3rd century AD achieved $44,800, more than doubling its $15,000-20,000 estimate. A square mosaic pattern with a geometric design from the 2nd-4th century AD realized $25,600, well over its estimate of $12,000-18,000.

 
We Invite You to Auction!

Consignments are currently being accepted for future auctions. We invite you to contact us for a complimentary auction evaluation. Our Specialists are always available to discuss the sale of a single item or an entire collection.

For information, please contact:
Peter Lang: 212-427-4141, ext 238, Furniture@Doyle.com


A SELECTION OF AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS

 

Previous restorations throughout, central front leg lacking ears, armrests possibly later carved, losses and replacements to veneers ,age cracks to splats, old marks and scratches, worming, scuffs to legs and feet, later central cross brace, drop-in seat frame with one later cross brace.

Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and our Organization shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.

Auction: Old Master & 19th Century Paintings, Drawings & Prints / English & Continental Decorative Arts, Jan 25, 2024

  • Auction of Old Master & 19th Century Paintings, Drawings & Prints on January 25, 2024

  • Comprising Lots 624 - 883 in the Sale

  • We Invite You to Contact Us for a Complimentary Auction Evaluation of Your Fine Art

NEW YORK, NY -- International competition drove strong results at Doyle's auction of Old Master & 19th Century Paintings, Drawings & Prints on January 25, 2024. The sale showcased a wide range of works including landscapes, still lifes, portraits and religious subjects by European artists from the Renaissance through the 19th century.

Wojciech Kossak (1856-1942) was a member of a celebrated Polish family of artists who specialized in equestrian subjects and scenes from military history. The sale featured a remarkable work depicting an historic victory of the fabled German Black Hussars over a Russian artillery unit, probably during the Seven Years’ War. Competitive bidding drove this painting to $28,800, more than doubling its estimate.

François Boucher‘s paintings and drawings are prized for their idyllic evocations of the French rococo style. Achieving an exceptional $25,600 was a lovely chalk drawing of a lady holding a birdcage. It was clearly executed by an artist who knew Boucher's style intimately, probably a member of his immediate circle.


We Invite You to Auction!

Consignments are currently being accepted for future auctions. We invite you to contact us for a complimentary auction evaluation. Our Specialists are always available to discuss the sale of a single item or an entire collection.

For information, please contact:
Elaine Stainton: 212-427-4141, ext 238, Paintings@Doyle.com
Cynthia Klein: 212-427-4141, ext 246, Prints@Doyle.com

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