English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts
by Freeman's
Platinum House 615 lots | 613 with images
October 9, 2012
Live Auction1808 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19103 USA
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Viewing NotesFriday, October 5th, 10am-4:30pm Saturday, October 6th, 12noon-5pm Monday, October 8th, 10am-4:30pm
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Lot 1: Pair of Louis XIV walnut fauteuils, circa 1700, The tapestry upholstered back and seat flanked by downswept arms, over spiral-carved st
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Description: Pair of Louis XIV walnut fauteuils circa 1700 The tapestry upholstered back and seat flanked by downswept arms, over spiral-carved stiles, legs and stretchers. H: 44 1/2, W: 25, D; 33 in. PROVENANCE: Property from Ditchley, the Virginia estate of Alfred I. and Jessie Ball duPont.
Condition Report: Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.
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Lot 2: Good George III mahogany bookcase, late 18th century, In two sections: the upper section with molded cornice above Gothic arch frieze,
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Description: Good George III mahogany bookcase late 18th century In two sections: the upper section with molded cornice above Gothic arch frieze, over two glazed and mullioned doors opening to shelves, the base with two medallion-inlaid and paneled cabinet doors opening to an interior of eight drawers, each with painted number to lining, raised on bracket feet. H: 104 1/2, W: 62 1/4, D: 20 in. PROVENANCE: Property from Ditchley, the Virginia estate of Alfred I. and Jessie Ball duPont.
Condition Report: Old scuffs, marks, and scratches consistent with age and use Loss of molding to lower right of upper section Age splits to veneer and sides of lower case Few areas of veneer loss Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.
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Lot 3: George III mahogany tall case clock, thomas field, bath, late 18th century, The steel face engraved "Thomas Field, Bath", Roman numeral
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Description: George III mahogany tall case clock thomas field, bath, late 18th century The steel face engraved "Thomas Field, Bath", Roman numerals, date aperture, engraved depiction of Neptune, eight-day movement, the hood with glazed door and swan-neck pediment, the case with long door, raised on bracket feet. H: 88 1/2 in. PROVENANCE: Property from Ditchley, the Virginia estate of Alfred I. and Jessie Ball duPont.
Condition Report: Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.
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Lot 4: William and Mary style brass twelve-light chandelier, early 20th century, The domed corona issuing a chain supporting a vasiform standa
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Description: William and Mary style brass twelve-light chandelier early 20th century The domed corona issuing a chain supporting a vasiform standard, issuing two tiers of six S-scroll arms with cylindrical nozzles. H: 36, D: 32 in. PROVENANCE: Property from Ditchley, the Virginia estate of Alfred I. and Jessie Ball duPont.
Condition Report: Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.
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Lot 5: Royal Copenhagen blue and white porcelain vase, 20th century, Baluster form, painted to show a sailing boat at sea, with architecture i
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Description: Royal Copenhagen blue and white porcelain vase 20th century Baluster form, painted to show a sailing boat at sea, with architecture in the background, Royal Copenhagen factory marks, wavy blue lines, number 2486/2388 and incised number E2388 to underside. H: 19 1/2 in. PROVENANCE: Property from Ditchley, the Virginia estate of Alfred I. and Jessie Ball duPont.
Condition Report: Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.
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