Belter Tuthill King Rosewood Recamier
Maker: John Henry Belter
Origin: New York, New York
Date: Circa 1850-1860
Period/Style: American Rococo Revival
Materials: Carved and laminated rosewood; later salmon-pink and gold floral damask upholstery; metal casters
Form: Recamier, or full-length chaise longue
Description: A finely carved rosewood recamier by John Henry Belter in the design commonly known as the "Tuthill King" pattern. Its asymmetrical back rises toward an enclosed arm, the pierced cresting combining broad C- and S-scrolls with hanging grape clusters, twisting vines, leaves, a shell and a flower-filled cornucopia. An applied crest of roses, buds and foliage crowns the raised end. The long serpentine seat rail carries trailing floral and foliate carving, continuing onto cabriole legs with rose-carved knees, scrolled feet and casters. Later salmon-pink and gold floral damask covers the shaped seat, button-tufted back and enclosed arm, with matching upholstery across the reverse.
Dimensions: 40 in. H, 80 in. W, 23 in. D. Seat height: 15 in.
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Condition: Rosewood frame with scattered scratches, small finish abrasions and fine age-related checking. Later upholstery with light wear and creasing. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 40 x 80 x 23 in
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Maker: John Henry Belter
Origin: New York, New York
Date: Circa 1850-1860
Period/Style: American Rococo Revival
Materials: Carved and laminated rosewood; later salmon-pink and gold floral damask upholstery; metal casters
Form: Recamier, or full-length chaise longue
Description: A finely carved rosewood recamier by John Henry Belter in the design commonly known as the "Tuthill King" pattern. Its asymmetrical back rises toward an enclosed arm, the pierced cresting combining broad C- and S-scrolls with hanging grape clusters, twisting vines, leaves, a shell and a flower-filled cornucopia. An applied crest of roses, buds and foliage crowns the raised end. The long serpentine seat rail carries trailing floral and foliate carving, continuing onto cabriole legs with rose-carved knees, scrolled feet and casters. Later salmon-pink and gold floral damask covers the shaped seat, button-tufted back and enclosed arm, with matching upholstery across the reverse.
Dimensions: 40 in. H, 80 in. W, 23 in. D. Seat height: 15 in.
Shipping Note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance.
Condition: Rosewood frame with scattered scratches, small finish abrasions and fine age-related checking. Later upholstery with light wear and creasing. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 40 x 80 x 23 in
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