HERTER BROTHERS EBONIZED CHAIR,HERTER BROTHERS EBONIZED CHAIR, 19TH C.Herter Brothers ebonized chair, 19th c., seat height - 18".
HERTER BROTHERS ARMCHAIR COMMISSIONEDHERTER BROTHERS ARMCHAIR COMMISSIONED FOR THURLOW LODGE...Carved walnut chair by Herter Brothers, commissioned for the billiard room of Milton Latham's estate, Thurlow Lodge, Menlo Park, California. Circa 1872. The chairs are believed to be part of a set of eight, two are held by Stanford University, and one in the Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, Virginia. Dimensions: 53.5"h x 31"w x 27.5"d. Provenance: Thurlow Lodge, Butterfield & Butterfield, 1942, Bonham's May, 2009, Estate of William B. Ruger, Jr.
Brothers Christian and Gustave Herter were German immigrants. The Herter Brothers firm (1864-1906), in New York, specialized in comprehensive interior design and cabinet making to the Gilded Age. Among their clients were William Vanderbilt, Mark Hopkins, Jay Gould, Ulysses Grant (for the White House), Milton Latham (Thurlow Lodge) and Ruggles S. Morse (a Southern hotel baron). Their work is known for its complex carvings and ornamentation as well as skill of workmanship.
Thurlow Lodge is the no-longer-extant Menlo Park California mansion of former California governor and United States senator Milton Slocum Latham (1827–1882) and his second wife, Mary McMullin. Mr. and Mrs. Latham commissioned the interior design for their home from the New York City firm of Herter Brothers, whose San Francisco outlet catered to prominent patrons such as Mark Hopkins, James Flood, Darius Ogden Mills, and John D. Spreckels.
Shipping within California: Delbert McCrea 831-566-6088. Outside of California: Alexander Services 203-324-4012.
Condition:
Replaced velvet. Conserved to museum standards by Mark Adams. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and as many photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. We do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.
HERTER BROTHERS ARMCHAIR COMMISSIONEDHERTER BROTHERS ARMCHAIR COMMISSIONED FOR THURLOW LODGE...Carved walnut chair by Herter Brothers, commissioned for the billiard room of Milton Latham's estate, Thurlow Lodge, Menlo Park, California. Circa 1872. The chairs are believed to be part of a set of eight, two are held by Stanford University, and one in the Chrysler Museum, Norfolk, Virginia. Dimensions: 53.5"h x 31"w x 27.5"d. Provenance: Thurlow Lodge, Butterfield & Butterfield, 1942, Bonham's May, 2009, Estate of William B. Ruger, Jr.
Brothers Christian and Gustave Herter were German immigrants. The Herter Brothers firm (1864-1906), in New York, specialized in comprehensive interior design and cabinet making to the Gilded Age. Among their clients were William Vanderbilt, Mark Hopkins, Jay Gould, Ulysses Grant (for the White House), Milton Latham (Thurlow Lodge) and Ruggles S. Morse (a Southern hotel baron). Their work is known for its complex carvings and ornamentation as well as skill of workmanship.
Thurlow Lodge is the no-longer-extant Menlo Park California mansion of former California governor and United States senator Milton Slocum Latham (1827–1882) and his second wife, Mary McMullin. Mr. and Mrs. Latham commissioned the interior design for their home from the New York City firm of Herter Brothers, whose San Francisco outlet catered to prominent patrons such as Mark Hopkins, James Flood, Darius Ogden Mills, and John D. Spreckels.
Shipping within California: Delbert McCrea 831-566-6088. Outside of California: Alexander Services 203-324-4012.
Condition:
Replaced velvet. Conserved to museum standards by Mark Adams. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions. Please be advised we do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.
HERTER BROTHERS SIDE CHAIRRenaissanceHERTER BROTHERS SIDE CHAIRRenaissance Revival side chair by Herter Brothers. Dimensions: 35"h.
Related to a chair in the Ruggles S. Morse House, Portland, Maine (Herter Brothers, Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age, Katherine Howe, p. 128-138).
Brothers Christian and Gustave Herter were German immigrants. The Herter Brothers firm (1864-1906), in New York, specialized in comprehensive interior design and cabinet making to the Gilded Age. Among their clients were William Vanderbilt, Mark Hopkins, Jay Gould, Ulysses Grant (for the White House), Milton Latham (Thurlow Lodge) and Ruggles S. Morse (a Southern hotel baron). Their work is known for its complex carvings and ornamentation as well as skill of workmanship.
Shipping within California: Delbert McCrea 831-566-6088. Outside of California: Alexander Services 203-324-4012.
Condition:
As found, original and unrestored condition. Missing castors. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and as many photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. We do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.
Pair Herter Brothers carved giltwoodPair Herter Brothers carved giltwood side chairs New York circa 1883-4 turned crestrail flanked by swan's head topped stiles supporting upholstered medallion held by laurel leaf designs above overupholstered seat on tapered turned and reeded legs topped with Ionic volutes. BH36 1/2'' SH18'' W17'' D17'' (2pcs) Provenance: Private collection of a lady El Paso Texas Bequeathed to the Centennial Museum at her death in 1969. Property deaccessioned from the Centennial Museum at the University of Texas at El Paso to benefit the Museum Collections Fund. (Accession #1969.26.9 and 1969.26.10) Literature: Howe Katherine S. et.al. HERTER BROTHERS: FURNITURE AND INTERIORS FOR A GILDED AGE. Abrams: New York 1994 pp. 144. Other Notes: The legs on the illustrated chair in the forementioned book are identical to those in this lot. Chairs and cabinets from the UTEP museum collection sold in these rooms have also been identified as Herter Brothers designs for the 640 5th Avenue William H. Vanderbilt mansion in New York City. both chairs have losses to gilding and gesso throughout; old repairs to backs; fabric in poor condition; one side chair is missing pediment.
PAIR 19TH C ROSEWOOD CHAIRS ATTRPAIR 19TH C ROSEWOOD CHAIRS ATTR TO HERTER BROS.A large pair of American Victorian rosewood open armchairs attributed to Herter Brothers circa 1860. The frames having relief carving and covered in needle point upholstery. Ht: 41.5" Wd: 27.25" Dpth: 28" Seat: 15.5"
An American Aesthetic MovementAn American Aesthetic Movement Inlaid Armchair in manner of Herter Brothers having an urn inlaid crest over the upholstered back arms and seat raised on tapering baluster legs. Height 44 inches.
An American Renaissance CarvedAn American Renaissance Carved Rosewood and Gilt-Incised Armchair late 19th c. attributed to Herter Bros. NY acanthine crest centered with a polychrome portrait medallion incised crest and stiles padded arms bust carved supports shaped seat rail turned and fluted tapered legs casters. Note: Many elements on this chair relate closely to known examples from the Herter firm. The painted miniature portrait on the crest of this chair possibly executed by Pierre-Victor le Galland (France 1822-1892) is similar to that on a Herter chair conserved by the St. Louis Art Museum; a pair of music chairs also attributed to Herter Bros. with nearly identical crests and backs were sold by Neal Auction Company as lot 331 December 3 2005. The carved masques on the arm supports relate to the crest of a bed attributed to Herter from the Lockwood-Mathews house in Norwalk Connecticut and sold by Neal Auction Company as lot 454 September 1995. Reference: Howe et. al. Herter Brothers Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age p. 31 fig. 9 and p. 146 fig. 10.
ROSEWOOD OCCASIONAL CHAIR, ATTRIBUTEDROSEWOOD OCCASIONAL CHAIR, ATTRIBUTED TO HERTER BROTHER...A rosewood parquetry and parcel gilt occasional chair, attributed to Herter brothers. Dimensions: 31"h. Provenance: By oral tradition, it was originally in the deYoung House, San Francisco, CA.
Brothers Christian and Gustave Herter were German immigrants. The Herter Brothers firm (1864-1906), in New York, specialized in comprehensive interior design and cabinet making to the Gilded Age. Among their clients were William Vanderbilt, Mark Hopkins, Jay Gould, Ulysses Grant (for the White House), Milton Latham (Thurlow Lodge) and Ruggles S. Morse (a Southern hotel baron). Their work is known for its complex carvings and ornamentation as well as skill of workmanship.
Shipping within California: Delbert McCrea 831-566-6088. Outside of California: Alexander Services 203-324-4012.
Condition:
Unrestored with evidence of old repairs. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and as many photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. We do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.
19th c. painted gold Herter Brothers19th c. painted gold Herter Brothers chair. 13'' Seat Ht. 26'' Overall Ht. Second finial from left has chip on backside.
SIDE CHAIRS, POSS. HERTER BROTHERSAmericanSIDE CHAIRS, POSS. HERTER BROTHERSAmerican Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs , late 19th c., possibly Herter Brothers, New York, garland sunflower finials, crane cartouche, keyed spherule waist, ruched seat, scrolled tapered legs, paw foot on tapered block, h. 32 1/2 in., w. 21 in., d. 22 in
HERTER BROTHERS STYLE CARVED WALNUTHERTER BROTHERS STYLE CARVED WALNUT SIDE CHAIR Herter Brothers style Victorian richly carved walnut side chair, raised on turned tapered leg on caster to front, upholstered seat, circa late nineteenth century. 36.5" H x 19.5" W x 18.5" D; seated: 19".
TWO AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SIDE CHAIRS,TWO AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SIDE CHAIRS, ATTRIBUTED TO HERTE...Two Aesthetic Movement side chairs attributed to Herter Brothers. Dimensions: 35"h.
Brothers Christian and Gustave Herter were German immigrants. The Herter Brothers firm (1864-1906), in New York, specialized in comprehensive interior design and cabinet making to the Gilded Age. Among their clients were William Vanderbilt, Mark Hopkins, Jay Gould, Ulysses Grant (for the White House), Milton Latham (Thurlow Lodge) and Ruggles S. Morse (a Southern hotel baron). Their work is known for its complex carvings and ornamentation as well as skill of workmanship.
Shipping within California: Delbert McCrea 831-566-6088. Outside of California: Alexander Services 203-324-4012.
Condition:
Good condition, likely refinished with restoration. Solid. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and as many photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. We do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.
INLAID VICTORIAN PARLOR CHAIRSINLAID VICTORIAN PARLOR CHAIRS ATTRIBUTED HERTER BROSHis and Hers inlaid rosewood parlor chairs with gold incised lines and detailed hairy paw feet in the manner of Herter Brothers.Measures 39 x 30 x 25 inches.Very good condition, noting the effects of age int he way of wear, minor joint separation and apparent splits with the grain. Good sturdy condition free from major damage or repair.
Herter Brothers inlaid and paintedHerter Brothers inlaid and painted desk, circa 1870, with inlaid urn decoration on prospect door, above a fall front writing surface, above a lower drawer, with delicate legs, all joined by a flat stretcher base.
59"h x 33.5"w x 20"d
Condition: Paint speckles, loss to upper left crest, scratches, dents, wear consistent with age.
Pair Vanderbilt drawing room armchairsPair Vanderbilt drawing room armchairs by Herter Brothers designed by Christian Herter New York circa 1883-84 lady's and gentleman's chairs with mother-of-pearl inlaid and carved giltwood concave crestrails leading to padded armrests with griffon and shield designs flanking field of ribbon and pearl disks on unusual turned carved legs ending on casters stamped India Rubber Comb Co.; right back legs stamped 165 and 167. The upholstery applied to original is as described in accounts and period images of the house. H33'' W26'' D25'' SH17'' and H33 1/2'' W27 1/2'' D28'' SH17'' (2pcs) Provenance: William H. Vanderbilt New York 1881 Cornelius Vanderbilt III New York 1885 Private collection of a lady El Paso Texas Bequeathed to the Centennial Museum at her death in 1969. Property deaccessioned from the Centennial Museum at the University of Texas at El Paso to benefit the Museum Collections Fund. (Accession #E69.26.347 and E69.26.348) Literature: Howe Katherine S. et.al. HERTER BROTHERS: FURNITURE AND INTERIORS FOR A GILDED AGE. Abrams: New York 1994 pp. 200-203. Strahan Edward. MR. VANDERBILT'S HOUSE AND COLLECTION. Vol. I. Boston: George Barrie 1883. pp.45-48. From WILLIAM H. VANDERBILT'S HOUSE AND COLLECTION. Vols. 1-10. n.p. (Samuel Todd Walker) 2008. Frelinghuysen Alice Cooney. CHRISTAIN HERTER'S DECORATION OF THE WILLIAM H. VANDERBILT HOUSE IN NEW YORK. The Magazine Antiques March 1995 pp. 414-415. Other Notes: Chairs and cabinets from the UTEP museum collection sold in these rooms have also been identified as Herter Brothers designs for the 640 5th Avenue William H. Vanderbilt mansion. both chairs have scratching and minor losses to gilding; fabric in poor condition; lady’s chair has loss to griffon’s face at armrest.
PAIR OF HERTER BROTHERS INLAIDPAIR OF HERTER BROTHERS INLAID HARDWOOD BERGERESA pair of Herter Brothers brass and shell inlaid hardwood bergereslate 19th centuryUndersides stamped 7584.height 37in (94cm); width 26 1/2in (67.5cm); depth of seat 18 1/2in (47cm)
PARLOR CHAIRS, POSS. HERTER BROS.PairPARLOR CHAIRS, POSS. HERTER BROS.Pair of American Renaissance Bronze-Mounted and Incised Walnut and Burl Parlor Chairs, c. 1870, possibly Herter Brothers New York, architectonic crest centered by a classical medallion, tufted back, scrolled roundel arms with carved pendants, turned and tapered legs, India Comb Rubber casters, h. 44 1/2 in., w. 30 in ., d. 24 in. Provenance: By repute, commissioned for Milton Latham Thurlow Lodge in Menlo Park, CA, 1872
FOUR-PIECE HERTER BROTHERS PARLORFOUR-PIECE HERTER BROTHERS PARLOR SUITE COMMISSIONED FO...Four piece Herter Brothers parlor suite commissioned for the Beebe Mansion, Boston, Massachusetts comprising two sofas and two armchairs. Having carved acorn accents, female form arm supports and marquetry bases. Casters. Dimensions: (sofa) 36"h x 59.5"w x 28.5"d; (armchair) 36.5"h x 27"w x 30"d.
The Beebe and Gardner Brewer Mansion was built in 1863 on the site of John Hancock Estate in Boston, Mass. Beebe and Gardner built a French Renaissance double town houses at 29-30 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts, designed by Gridley James Fox Bryant which became the home of James M. Beebe (30 Beacon Street) and Gardner Brewer (29 Beacon Street). The John Hancock House had been located on this site until it was demolished in 1863. Beebe and Gardner’s mansion were demolished to make way for the expansion of the Massachusetts State House in 1917. Beebe likely commission Herter Brothers in circa 1861-62 to furnish his mansion which would make one of Herter’s earliest residential commissions following Victoria Mansion (1858-1860) and the Probasco Mansion, Cincinnati (circa 1859-61).
Brothers Christian and Gustave Herter were German immigrants. The Herter Brothers firm (1864-1906), in New York, specialized in comprehensive interior design and cabinet making to the Gilded Age. Among their clients were William Vanderbilt, Mark Hopkins, Jay Gould, Ulysses Grant (for the White House), Milton Latham (Thurlow Lodge) and Ruggles S. Morse (a Southern hotel baron). Their work is known for its complex carvings and ornamentation as well as skill of workmanship.
For shipping quote: (inside California) Delbert McCrea 831-566-6088; (outside California) Alexander Services 203-324-4012.
Condition:
Scattered wear and discolorations to upholstery. Otherwise in remarkably good old condition with some scattered wear. One sofa has a split in the wood right front leg. Other sofa has a repair to the right rear leg as well as discolorations left rear leg. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and as many photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. We do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.
An Important American Inlaid WalnutAn Important American Inlaid Walnut Armchair attributed to Gustav Herter New York slightly scrolled upholstered back burled stiles spindled padded arms lion's mask terminals rounded seat rail turned legs the whole with bellflower inlay. Note: The form of this chair and its carved details are identical to those of an armchair and settee made by Herter Brothers for the Red Room of the White House during the administration of Chester Alan Arthur. Reference: Period stereoscopic photographs by J.F. Jarvis of the Red Room with the aforementioned settee visible is illustrated in Howe et. al. Herter Brothers Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age p. 52 fig. 33 and Leish. The White House. p 74.
HERTER BROTHERS AMERICAN AESTHETICHERTER BROTHERS AMERICAN AESTHETIC CUSTOM DESKHerter Bros American Aesthetic ebonized and marquetry desk featuring 4 drawers above the desk top and 9 drawers below all decorated in a floral marquetry pattern, the back and sides of the desk similarly finished. The desk was custom built from the bed that was originally part of a three piece bedroom set commissioned by Ogden Mills in 1880 for his estate "Happy House" in Millbrae, CA. The dresser and side cabinet from the set were sold at Bonhams, San Francisco on February 26, 2007. The marquetry pattern of the piece is the same as the one featured on page 198 of "Herter Brothers: Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age" (Voorsanger, 1994), appx 40" T x 68" W x 39" D. Good condition with minor wear commensurate with use and age.
An Important Pair of American AestheticAn Important Pair of American Aesthetic Carved Mahogany Side Chairs c. 1875-1880 attributed to Herter Bros. New York each with tall tapering finials incurvate incised crest rail spindle splat in a square framework ring-turned stiles tapering legs joined by stretchers. Note: These chairs are identical to a chair pictured in the library of landscape painter and Associated Artists designer Samuel Colman's Rhode Island cottage. The supports ring turnings and spindles in the chairs are nearly identical to those on ebonized and inlaid chairs by Herter Brothers in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (acc. 93.15) the Houston Museum of Fine Arts and the Philadelphia Museum of Art (acc. 1928.121-1) respectively. Light and linear in form the Herter chairs are influenced by Japanese aesthetics and relate closely to oak dining chairs designed in 1869 by E.W. Godwin for Dromore Castle Limerick County Ireland and published in William Watts. Art Furniture from Designs by E.W. Godwin F.S.A. and Others 1877. Reference: Howe et. al. Herter Brothers Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age p. 193-4 fig. 33.
An American Aesthetic Carved WalnutAn American Aesthetic Carved Walnut Slipper Chair attributed to Herter Brothers New York elaborate foliate-carved seat rail tapered coin molded legs paw feet casters. Note: The casters on this chair were sourced from The India Rubber Comb Company New York contemporaneous to Herter. They are often seen on Herter tables and chairs. Reference: Howe et. al. Herter Brothers Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age p. 123 fig. 108-109 and cat. no. pp. 209-210.
PAIR OF AMERICAN ROCOCO LAMINATEDPAIR OF AMERICAN ROCOCO LAMINATED ROSEWOOD PARLOR CHAIRS Attributed to Herter Brothers, New York, circa 1860, pierced and relief carved foliate crest, shaped back with pierced vine and leaf surround, inset seat with serpentine seat rail with shell carving, cabriole front legs, stylized whorl foot on casters.
ARMCHAIR, POSSIBLY HERTER BROTHERSARMCHAIR, POSSIBLY HERTER BROTHERS NEW YORK, MID-19TH CENTURY BACK HEIGHT 42". SEAT HEIGHT 19".ARMCHAIR, POSSIBLY HERTER BROTHERS, New York, Mid-19th Century, Beautifully carved walnut frame with basket of flowers at crest rail. Gold and burgundy damask upholstery. Dimensions: Back height 42". Seat height 19".
*A Late Victorian Parcel Gilt and*A Late Victorian Parcel Gilt and Ebonized Slipper Chair in the manner of Herter Brothers having an upholstered back and seat within a carved and incised decorated frame raised on fluted tapering legs ending in casters. Height 36 1/4 inches.
HANS WEGNER FOR FRITZ HANSEN 'HEART'HANS WEGNER FOR FRITZ HANSEN 'HEART' CHAIRHans Wegner for Fritz Hansen 'Heart' Chair
AMERICAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CARVEDAMERICAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CARVED AND INLAID ARMCHAIRAmerican Aesthetic Movement Carved and Inlaid Armchair, in the style of Herter Brothers; unsigned Dimensions: 36 3/4 x 32 x 30 in. (93.3 x 81.3 x 76.2 cm.), Seat height: 16 1/2 in. (41.9 cm.) Condition:
Aesthetic Movement inlaid and carvedAesthetic Movement inlaid and carved walnut parlor suite school of Herter Brothers last quarter 19th century comprised of: settee armchair sidechair; stepped back and crest with metal and mother-of-pearl inlay topped with carved wreath and bellflower swag above padded back to molded arms with carved and fluted supports overupholstered seat on turned tapering and fluted legs; the chairs on casters marked: IR Comb Co. Goodyear 1851. settee BH38'' SH16'' W57'' D28'' armchair BH37 3/4'' SH28'' W28'' D17 1/2'' sidechair BH38'' SH17 1/2'' W21 1/4'' D24'' Provenance: Estate of the late Francis D. ''Skeeter'' McNairy Savannah Georgia. Back   Inquiry    Previous Item  Next Item © Charlton Hall Auctions. Images descriptions and condition reports used on this site are original copyright material and are not to be reproduced without permission. For further information telephone 803.779.5678   © 2012 CHARLTON HALL GALLERIES INC.
PAIR OF HARTER FORUM LOUNGE CHAIRS,PAIR OF HARTER FORUM LOUNGE CHAIRS, MODEL N68E13SWPAIR OF HARTER FORUM LOUNGE CHAIRS, model N68E13SW, Timothy deFiebre design made in USA by Harter for Izzy Furniture Co., Middlebury, IN, 2014, white silica leather upholstery, tubular steel legs.
A HERTER BROTHERS MAHOGANY SLEIGHA HERTER BROTHERS MAHOGANY SLEIGH BEDA Herter Brothers Classical style gilt bronze mounted mahogany sleigh bedcirca 1900Underside stamped twice HERTER BROS 8904.height 42 1/2in (108cm); width 42in (117cm); depth 84in (213cm)
A Pair of American Aesthetic CarvedA Pair of American Aesthetic Carved Rosewood Side Chairs attributed to Herter Bros. c. 1880 N.Y. turned finials pierced back with foliate design turned legs "X"-form stretcher India rubber casters. Note: A number of design elements seen in these chairs closely relate to known examples from the Herter firm. The opposing loops below the splat are similar to those on a cabinet bearing the Herter stamp sold by Neal Auction Company as lot 631 February 1993; the spindles on the splat are identical to those on another cabinet signed Herter sold in these rooms as lot 634 October 1989; the proportions leg turnings and rectilinear back design are similar to those on side chairs made by the Herter firm for the White House Red Room and Godwin Vanderbilt and Hopkins residences. Most notably the stiles spindles and front legs are similar to the recently discovered Vanderbilt "zodiac" chairs traced to the library at Vanderbilt's 640 5th Avenue townhouse. Reference: Howe et. al. Herter Brothers Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age. pp. 170 and 177 figs. 21 25. Robert Edward's discussion of the Vanderbilt library chairs' discovery appears in his blog: www.americandecorativeart.com
SIX POTTHAST BROTHERS FEDERAL STYLESIX POTTHAST BROTHERS FEDERAL STYLE MAHOGANY CHAIRS 20th century; shield back chairs with center splat having carved relief bellflowers, with upholstered slip seat cushions, having stretcher base. 38 in. H., 20 in. W., 18 in. D.
A Rare American Aesthetic PolychromeA Rare American Aesthetic Polychrome and Gilt-Decorated Parlour Chair in the Moorish Taste mid-19th c. attributed to Herter Bros. New York the crest and stiles painted with geometric motifs the back designed with a series of arches and columns scrolled arms raised rectangular seat with scalloped rail on turned legs.
Potthast Brothers Hepplewhite stylePotthast Brothers Hepplewhite style mahogany shield-back upholstered side chair Baltimore, Maryland, early 20th century; seat upholstered over frame, branded "Potthast" mark, 37 in. H., 21 in. W.
An American Renaissance CarvedAn American Renaissance Carved Rosewood and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Side Chair mid-19th c. attributed to Gustave Herter New York tall scrolled back leaf-carved stiles with incised panels and bronze bosses rounded seat rail with patera boss turned legs casters. Note: The blind fretwork placement of bronze mounts and foliate carving on the stiles of this chair relate closely to details on seat furniture made by Gustave Herter c. 1860 for the Ruggles S. Morse residence in Portland Maine a chair conserved by the Metropolitan Museum of Art and a pair of chairs associated with the Ames family of Massachusetts now held privately. The spreading and scrolled back of this chair is a dramatic embellishment of the form used on the Herter commissions listed above. Reference: Howe Frelinghuysen Voorsanger. Herter Brothers Furniture and Interiors for a Gilded Age. p. 132 fig. 3.