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Lot 209
Description:
A Rare American Carved and Laminated Oak Armchair, c. 1850-1860, attributed to John Henry Belter, in a variant of the pattern known as "Cornucopia", the carved and reticulated cartouche-form back with elaborate scrolls, roses, fruit, and cornucopiae, all within the distinctively gadrooned outer frame, floral-carved knees and seat rail on cabriole legs, casters.
- Notes: Note: The present lot relates closely to the small group of highly carved sofas and chairs commonly referred to as "Cornucopia". The use of oak as primary wood as seen here is a rare occurrence within Belter's oeuvre. Rosewood and mahogany were more often employed. It should be noted that there are several references to the usage of oak in the early definitive Belter text, Schwartz, Marvin et al. The Furniture of John Henry Belter and the Rococo Revival, pp. 1, 5, and 20 Interestingly, the consistent employment of oak leaves, acorns, and oak flowers in almost every form of Belter furniture appears quintessential in this finely carved example.
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June 25, 2011 10:00 AM CDT
New Orleans, LA, US
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