Early Americana: The Atten Collection Online
Previews open October 12 – 14. Book a preview appointment.
Skinner is pleased to offer the private collection of Marion P. Atten, of Dewitt, Illinois. Marion collected with a keenly developed eye for rarity and form, was a well-respected and knowledgeable dealer in early decorative arts, and owner of Antiques at Hillwood Farms. Her collection is full of Pilgrim Century and early 18th century chests, wainscot chairs, and turned chairs and stools, 17th and 18th century metalwork, early German pottery, American and English woodenware, early textiles, early arms and armor, and much more.
We invite you to preview items, ask questions of our specialists, and learn more about the auction process at Skinner. Appointments are required to ensure safety and health; please contact 508.970.3200 or americana@skinnerinc.com.
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General Inquiries
508.970.3211
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Department Specialists
508.970.3200
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Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000

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

Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.