Federal Period Inlaid Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers New England States, c. 1810 Featuring solid mahogany planks making up the sides and top of this fine case,  More »

Federal Period Inlaid Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers New England States, c. 1810 Featuring solid mahogany planks making up the sides and top of this fine case, dovetailed into the pine secondary woods of the bottom, nailed at the top, this beautiful chest of drawers from the first quarter of the 19th Century has delightful petite proportions that make it convenient for most rooms. The bow front drawers are built up of strips of pine, covered with a flamed mahogany veneer and inlaid in an ovular shape from side to side, framing the Hepplewhite style replaced hardware and wooden keyhole escutcheons (also probably replaced). The drawers are hand dovetailed front and back, somewhat rebuilt as noted in the condition statement below, and in smooth operating condition, flowing easily in and out of the case for a fully functional appeal. These are divided with a yellow pine backed and mahogany veneered bar, presumably dovetailing into the side of the case behind the veneers. A fine inlay encases the drawers and sides, with diamond form cut in satinwood and ebonized wood to bring clean lines to the case. A softly scalloped apron curves gracefully between the splayed French feet, each fully original including all blocking and interior support. The back is made up of three pine boards, each connecting to the next with tongue-and-groove joinery, nailed along the sides, entirely original. This is an absolutely gorgeous work of Early Americana of the Federal Period, the delicate proportions being one of the most desirable aspects of this fine chest. In simply outstanding visual condition, with full strength and function in all parts, clean and well preserved, this is a wonderful compliment to any fine home. You will treasure this beautiful work of art and it will certainly become a family heirloom, passed down through the generations to come and fully enjoyed in your home. Measurements: 37" wide x 20 1/8" deep x 38 1/4" high Condition: Visually Outstanding Condition 1. Finish is early, but not original; some dripping to finish, notable beneath the hardware 2. Drawers are somewhat rebuilt - blocking along the underside of bow front of drawers securing the bottom to the front is replaced on many. Runners on the drawers are replaced. Also, the drawer bottoms are somewhat curious, possibly adjusted or replaced when the runners were added and blocking - the nails at the back of the drawer bottoms are 20th century. 3. Top of chest with some finish flaws - a few scratches, a few scars and one area with some water spots 4. Oval pull hardware is replaced, locks are replaced and third drawer lock is absent. No key available. 5. Keyhole escutcheons are wooden and are probably replacements 6. Some patching to the bottom drawer and around the veneer rim 7. Some veneer loss - the bottom drawer on the left side veneer separated but retained in a small bag for later restoration. Loss of veneer to rim. 8. Minor chipping to apron and around the feet, along with minor paint marks and scuffs throughout. 9. Feet are entirely original - outstanding overall structural condition. Full photo archive and details on this piece are available on our website at: http://www.sillafineantiques.com/servlet/the-412/american-antique-bowfront-chest/Detail   « Less

This listing is for a Rare Pennsylvania Lowback Windsor Arm Chair, circa 1750-80. Historically derived from the Queen Anne Period Corner Chair, it features flattened sawed  More »

This listing is for a Rare Pennsylvania Lowback Windsor Arm Chair, circa 1750-80. Historically derived from the Queen Anne Period Corner Chair, it features flattened sawed arms, each curving outward to form handholds. The arm crest at the back rests over the arms with a lap joint, separating the inner ends of the arm rail, originally screwed and pegged from the underside, screws now absent. The spindles are straight and short, forming a gallery around the seat of the chair, each tenoned through the arm rail and locked in place with a split-wedge. The D-shaped (almost certainly Poplar) seat is flawlessly formed, with a carved channel around the inside and outside of the spindles (also known as a "rain gutter"), a soft slope in the middle and cresting at the front-center. The legs join through the surface of the seat using X-split wedge joints. The underside around the edges of the seat are heavily chamfered, the underside cracking joined with butterfly dovetail joints. The turned maple ring- baluster turned legs are maple, each joining through the seat with a split-wedge locking each in place. They are heavily turned with deep voluptuous proportions, uncharacteristically heavy for Philadelphia, almost certainly a provincial interpretation of the Philadelphia design in other parts of the state. An H-form stretcher locks each leg firmly in place, carefully turned bulbous along the asymmetrical side stretchers, a thick turned medial stretcher with a bulb flanked by tight rings, flanked by balusters, flowing into a short turned shaft before very uniquely swelling again at each end of the medial stretcher - not a feature typical in Philadelphia. The finish is a very early Green paint over what appears to be the original Red painted surface - we've found no other colors beneath these layers. It is a crusty and wonderful surface with a deep worn patina in every square inch. This is the most beautiful Windsor we've ever carried, original in every square inch of the chair, uniquely carrying it's original surface protected beneath the green paint. With strength in all joints, this chair will easily last many generations to come, treasured carefully in your home and enjoyed by your family. It is a collector grade piece, a rare find and a beautiful work of art. Woods: Due to the painted surfaces, some of the woods we cannot positively identify; we also have not had any woods micro analyzed and are just using our eyes to identify each wood. Arm crest, legs and stretcher: Maple (we also believe the turned arm supports are Maple, but they are covered in paint and difficult to clearly see) Curved arms: Oak (appears to be Red Oak) Spindles: Hickory Seat: Appears to be Poplar Measurements: 28" wide x approximately 24" total depth; 29 1/8" high (to the arms, the highest point); seat is 17 1/2" above the ground. Condition: Visually Outstanding Condition Original red paint below a later (but very early) green surface. Significant wear throughout. Five dovetail joints repair cracks to the seat from the underside. Screw holes beneath crest are empty; pegs are still in place. Slightly uneven leg surface, one with a tiny metal button lift. For a large archive of pictures on this piece, visit our website at: http://www.sillafineantiques.com/servlet/the-356/American-Pennsylvania-Lowback-Windsor/Detail   « Less

Chippendale 20th Century Benchmade Shell Carved Block Front Chest of Drawers over Ball and Claw Feet, after Massachusetts examples of Newport. This is an absolutely  More »

Chippendale 20th Century Benchmade Shell Carved Block Front Chest of Drawers over Ball and Claw Feet, after Massachusetts examples of Newport. This is an absolutely stunning work of art with attention shown in every detail of the case. The entire case is solid mahogany, with carefully selected grains that produce a glowing fire throughout. The rim is ruled around the front and sides over a top drawer with a gallery of three carved shells over the blocked encasements below. The two outmost shells are convex, carved out of solid mahogany, each flanking the concave central shell with a keyhole in the middle. The drawer has an incredible thick facade and, uniquely, no hardware - the key is meant to act as the pull hardware, the craftsman not wanting to distract from the shell carvings by adding hardware. The three following drawers feature incredible blocking over shaped molding that flows with the outline of the chest. Each drawer is hand dovetailed at the front and back, the top drawer having a single solid board bottom, each other drawer being two board construction. The case rests over incredible hand carved ball and claw feet, each flawlessly formed with detail in every joint, muscle and stretched nail. The back two feet are carved only in the front, much in the nature of the period chests, where an absence of any mechanical device meant everything was crafted by hand - the craftsman would regularly look for ways to reduce finishing work without detracting from the overall result of the case, as our craftsman did in this chest by leaving the back of the back feet unformed. This is one of the most precise and beautiful block front reproductions we've come across. An original block front is unattainable by all but the most affluent of collectors; this is the closest most of America will get to the real block front, with attention shown in every detail throughout. It is hand crafted and will surely be treasured in your family for many generations to come. Measurements: 42" wide x 20" deep x 36 1/2" high Condition: Visually Outstanding Condition Top is very slightly loose, more at the front - just be careful not to lift by the top of the chest (case pieces should never be lifted by their top anyhow, but especially when there is looseness); it is still 100% stable and functional, but worth noting. Minor scratches and nicks here and there throughout, all noteworthy dings in the pictures below. Some chipping and loss to top of top drawer above keyhole. Original key, original hardware and original locks. Structurally flawless. For a full archive of pictures, visit our website at: http://www.sillafineantiques.com/servlet/the-215/Block-Front-Chest-Drawers/Detail   « Less

Pair of Louis XVI Antique Style Fauteuil Arm Chairs Recent Manufacture, Late 20th Century Item # 120010RPW22 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow  More »

Pair of Louis XVI Antique Style Fauteuil Arm Chairs Recent Manufacture, Late 20th Century Item # 120010RPW22 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow and large inventory of additional items! This is a beautiful pair of recently crafted Louis XVI style fauteuil arm chairs, each with a "corduroy" style upholstery of a rust-appeal in simply outstanding condition. The pair are light and airy in design, the carved frames reserved and graceful, allowing the eye to appreciate to total beauty of the chair rather than focusing on a single point. The backs are trapezoidal in form, the exposed carved molded frame flowing into the upholstered arms, the curved handholds resting over the cabriole arm supports. These flank the very comfortable and deep upholstered seat, stuffed over the frame and lined with piping over the molded apron. The chairs rest over turned, tapered and fluted legs over plain ball feet. These are a great pair for anyone decorating their home, looking for that perfect pair for daily functional use with a classical design that has been one of the most popular forms for nearly three hundred years. Relatively new, these are a young pair that will last a lifetime if well cared for. Measurements: 24 1/4" wide x 25" deep x 36 1/8" high to crest; 19" high to seat Condition Report: Visually Outstanding Condition Upholstery is in excellent condition with no noticeable flaws. Only the most minor of dings and abrasions here and there. Very sturdy and strong throughout.   « Less

Pair of Italian Barcelona Style Black Leather Chairs Unattributed, Jigsaw Frame, circa Mid-20th Century Item # 1200OWP08 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full  More »

Pair of Italian Barcelona Style Black Leather Chairs Unattributed, Jigsaw Frame, circa Mid-20th Century Item # 1200OWP08 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large selection of other fine furniture! This is an early pair of Barcelona style chrome-framed chairs, probably circa somewhere around 1950-60. Technically, these are considered reproduction Barcelona chairs, though the design is clearly in close relation to the original chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe (German, b. 1886-1969). The only chairs considered original creations by the designer are the six chairs he brought with him from Germany upon emigration to the United States. The design was later sold to Knoll, at which point the chairs began being impressed and marked - these Knoll chairs are typically what are found being retailed as an "Original" Barcelona chair, and are still excellent collector works. The pair we have listed are not marked or attributed to any company, though the attention to detail is exceptional. Upholstered in it's original aniline cowhide, the grains and overall character of the thick leather remain in outstanding condition. The chair retains it's original buckles and snaps, the leather straps secured using rivets to the frame, most of the jigsaw joinery covered with straps - we have photographed some that are visible, but have not taken apart the joints to look for serial numbers. The chrome plating has retained it's brilliant finish with a light tarnishing growing across it slowly. One chair has a slight rightward bent to the frame. This is an outstanding pair offered at a wonderful value for anyone passionate about this classic design. Measurements: 30 1/2" wide x 30" deep x 30 1/2" high See something you can't live without? Let us know! We consider all reasonable offers - sales@sillafineantiques.com   « Less

French Louis XV Style Carved Fruitwood Barrel Back Vanity Bench First quarter of the 20th Century, Rococo Revival Period Item # 120010QPE08 Visit us at  More »

French Louis XV Style Carved Fruitwood Barrel Back Vanity Bench First quarter of the 20th Century, Rococo Revival Period Item # 120010QPE08 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large selection of other fine furniture! This is a cute little bench in the Louis XV taste, probably original designed as a Lady's Vanity Bench for in front of a dressing table or bureau. It is remarkably versatile though, having diminutive height with full proportions for the seat and width (20" height to the seat), making it an excellent selection for in front of a desk or as a reading chair in the corner. The crisply carved fruitwood is noteworthy, the crest a complex work of outward flowing acanthus leaves over S-scrolls flanking scales, the entire crest topped by a small flower. It flows into a tight carved frame of thin lines, backswept and barrel back to culminate in curved arm supports that flow directly into the cabriole legs with acanthus carved knees, each terminating over french toes of multiple scrolls. The upholstery is heavily buckled, the webbing and springs will need to be completely repaired, but is structurally incredibly sturdy and strong and ready for another century of life. This is a fun piece that can be implemented into so many design scenarios. With some fresh upholstery, it will quickly be the most charming part of the room. Measurements: 25" wide x 24" deep x 30 1/4" high; 20" high to seat See something you can't live without? Let us know! We consider all reasonable offers - sales@sillafineantiques.com   « Less

Queen Anne Style Mahogany Corner Chair over Pad Feet England, Late 18th Century Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large  More »

Queen Anne Style Mahogany Corner Chair over Pad Feet England, Late 18th Century Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large selection of other fine furniture! This is a nice example of a Queen Anne Style Corner Chair, crafted after the period, probably during the last few years of the 18th Century in England where the Georgian influence is clear in the feet and bold splat formations. The proportions throughout follow the boldness of the overall chair, the crest arm rail of unusually thick mahogany primaries, curved softly for comfort as it flow into the scrolling hand holds. The splat takes on a vasiform with unusually elaborate scroll cut work mirrored in both sides, tenoned into the separate shoe piece at the base, a fine plinth formation that swells before joining the splat. The slip seat is needlepoint upholstered and nearly square, rounded at the frontmost corner and framed in a molded lip, resting over an interior frame nailed with original rosehead nails along the inside. The corners are constructed with pinned tenon-mortise joinery. The front leg has a generous cyma-curve to the cabriole leg as it terminates in a padded foot, of close similarity and possible predecessor to the drake foot design that was prevalent during the last quarter of the 18th Century in Georgian and Chippendale designs. The other three feet are plain stump feet under slightly tapered legs. This is a wonderful corner chair that will bring life and character to any room. With a broad number of design scenarios available, from the most common use to highlight a lonely corner, to the comfortable chair in a library or study beside a side table, or as a bedroom vanity chair, this is a chair that you will be able to implement in your home as it changes and shifts through the years. It is a timeless piece that can be enjoyed functionally and regularly in the home as you live with and enjoy this fine chair. Measurements: 19 1/2" deep (from foot to foot) and 30" wide (from arm to arm) x 32 1/2" high; seat is 17 1/4" high See something you can't live without? Let us know! We consider all reasonable offers - sales@sillafineantiques.com   « Less

Pair of Louis XV Style Associated Side & Arm Painted Carved Chairs Continental, probably circa 1850-70 Item # 120009RQY16 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a  More »

Pair of Louis XV Style Associated Side & Arm Painted Carved Chairs Continental, probably circa 1850-70 Item # 120009RQY16 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large selection of other fine furniture! This pair of painted chairs are associated, meaning they are not an identical pair, but are rather upholstered to match and have very similar age and surfaces. However, as you examine the carvings and overall design, it quickly becomes clear that they were designed by different craftsmen during a very similar timeframe. Carved of the solid, the fruitwood frames have a nice molding about them, the side chair with a fruit-basket carving at the top and along the apron, the bergere arm chair with a plain molded frame flowing into the upholstered full arms. Each has a deep plush removable cushion, though both chairs should be reupholstered to truly experience them correctly. The fruitwood surfaces are covered with a thin gesso beneath the tarnished green paint, the oxidized white of the plaster showing through here and there on each distressed frame. With their preserved and original patina, these would make excellent "deconstructionism" subjects, to be upholstered in a way that the underpinnings and overall construction is exposed and unfinished. However, with a fine silk damask, they also would make outstanding chairs in a formal living room amongst Louis XV decor. Sturdy and strong in all joints, this is a pair that can be used functionally and regularly in your home without concern. They are built to last many lifetimes and in terms of construction, they are still quite young. Well preserved, these chairs will easily be enjoyed for a lifetime. Measurements: (arm chair) 26 1/2" wide x 26 1/2" deep x 35 1/4" high; 20" high to seat (side chair) 22 1/2" wide x 20" deep x 35 3/4" high; 20" high to seat See something you can't live without? Let us know! We consider all reasonable offers - sales@sillafineantiques.com   « Less

Set of Four Pennsylvania House Chippendale Style Dining Chairs Pinned joints, Drake feet, Solid Cherry, Late 20th Century Item # 120010EWW08 Visit us at  More »

Set of Four Pennsylvania House Chippendale Style Dining Chairs Pinned joints, Drake feet, Solid Cherry, Late 20th Century Item # 120010EWW08 Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large selection of other fine furniture! This is a set of four well crafted Pennsylvania House dining chairs, each crafted after the original designs of Philadelphia Chippendale using solid cherry hardwoods and pinned tenon-mortise joinery. The crest is cupid-bow in form, splaying upward in sharp well formed ears, the Queen Anne style splat identifying this as a chair after the transitional period around 1760. Each skirt is carefully scalloped, flowing symmetrically into the carved returns and cabriole legs over drake feet. In terms of late 20th Century reproductions, these are quite superior. With a nice airiness about the overall design, they flow with close proportion to the originals. The set is incredibly sturdy, strong and fully functional, ready for regular use in an active household. In overall outstanding condition, this is a set you will enjoy for a lifetime. Measurements: (arm chairs) 25 1/2" wide x 22" deep x 39 3/4" high; 19" high to seat (side chairs) 21 1/2" wide x 20 1/4" deep x 38 3/4" high; 19" high to seat See something you can't live without? Let us know! We consider all reasonable offers - sales@sillafineantiques.com   « Less

American Hoopback Windsor Side Chair w/ Bamboo Turnings New England, c. 1790-1810 Item # 120009QOE16B Woods: Pine (plank seat) Maple (legs, spindles &  More »

American Hoopback Windsor Side Chair w/ Bamboo Turnings New England, c. 1790-1810 Item # 120009QOE16B Woods: Pine (plank seat) Maple (legs, spindles & stretchers) Hickory (crest rail) Visit us at www.sillafineantiques.com for a full slideshow of pictures as well as a large selection of other fine furniture! This is a very handsome hoopback example crafted with utmost precision featuring carved bamboo stiles. The steam bent hickory crest rail is perfectly formed, bombe before concaving in to tenon through the plank seat. The seven maple spindles are graduated, very carefully and precisely carved to swell at each joint where a thin channel highlights the joint to resemble a shoot of bamboo. These tenon through the crest rail, many actually peeking over the rail now from years of shrinking and expanding. The seat has wonderful form, being softly scooped out and shaped, a shallow channel framing the gallery of spindles along the back. The four legs tenon into, but not through, the seat surface, leaving it undisturbed by anything but the deep and wonderful pitting and oxidization that has become it's patina. Deep in the grooves and cracks, small remnants of the original green paint add to this, leaving a piece of it's history behind. The underside of the seat has more of this dark milk paint, mingled amongst the nearly black oxidization and staining throughout. The maple legs mirror the spindles, though with much embellishment, swelling sharply at each joint and tapering down at the feet. Maple has the wonderful distinction of being crisp and tight when carved, the reason why it is used in most windsor legs - on the bamboo design, this becomes particularly attractive. An H-form stretcher locks the legs in perfect balance. This is a very fine hoopback windsor, an excellent selection for anyone passionate about this form. Crafted in the height of the period, with the remnants of it's original color and undisturbed construction, this is a chair you will cherish and enjoy. If well cared for, this chair will last many generations while still being fully functional for daily enjoyment. Measurements: 19" wide x 15" deep x 36" high; seat is 16" high over the ground See something you can't live without? Let us know! We consider all reasonable offers - sales@sillafineantiques.com   « Less