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Description:
Cherry and Maple Inlaid Half Sideboard, attributed to Rufus Norton, Windsor, Vermont, c. 1810-15, the top with bow front and inlaid edge on a case with an inlaid swag and tassel frieze, central cockbeaded deep drawer flanked by bottle drawers and long drawers below, all faced with bird's-eye maple veneer bordered by stringing and mahogany crossbanding, on a base with inlaid band and flaring French feet, replaced oval brasses, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 41, wd. 41 1/2, dp. 20 3/4 in.
Literature: Rich and Tasty: Vermont Furniture to 1850, by Jean M. Burks and Philip Zea (Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, Vermont), shows closely related examples on pp. 66-67. There, the pieces shown are described as the "only known works by this cabinetmaker." The present lot is now another. The entry further notes: "the distinctive swag and tassel inlaid frieze, which is an application of neoclassical ornament found on some painted and stenciled interior wall borders of New England houses."
Estimate $6,000-8,000
top with old patched shrinkage cracks, shrinkage cracks to base and small patch to veneer.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Jean M. Burks, Philip Zea, Rufus Norton, Windsor
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000

Chris Barber
Deputy Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200

Christopher D. Fox
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
508-970-3200
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