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JJT

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Antique bench. It's origins ?
« on: June 01, 2021, 07:00:38 am »
I got this in New York recently.  It's quite nice, but theres been some debate where it  came from and its age.  Any opinions greatly appreciated.

I was told a few things by the antique dealer, their opinions etc but curious what you guys all think before I post any of that.
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2021, 04:14:43 pm »
I'd say the same as I did on Antiquers: Empire revival ca. 1900. Sorry if you overpaid, but that's happened to all of us at one time or another. Still a beautiful piece!
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2021, 04:20:23 pm »
Quote from: ghopper1924 on June 01, 2021, 04:14:43 pm
I'd say the same as I did on Antiquers: Empire revival ca. 1900. Sorry if you overpaid, but that's happened to all of us at one time or another. Still a beautiful piece!

I wasn't expecting you to change your answer =)
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #3 on: June 02, 2021, 12:05:24 pm »
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #4 on: June 02, 2021, 06:42:20 pm »
Quote from: KC on June 02, 2021, 12:05:24 pm
Can I please see a closeup of the carved faces on the back?

For reference to style of your settee:

https://picclick.com/Empire-Style-Parlor-Mahogany-3-pc-Set-184149271876.html

https://www.chairish.com/product/2430678/1840-empire-clawfoot-mahogany-settee?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIlLrc2MP58AIVbCCtBh3K0QhNEAQYBiABEgKv4_D_BwE


I don't have any. I am in Texas, and I had to leave it in NY until next year.

I can get one sent to me if you think it would help evaluate it.
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #5 on: June 02, 2021, 11:52:30 pm »
A close up of the face would really help! 

So....another Texan?!?!   

There are 2 of us resident advisors that are in this wonderful state! 
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #6 on: June 03, 2021, 03:35:18 am »
Quote from: KC on June 02, 2021, 11:52:30 pm
A close up of the face would really help! 

So....another Texan?!?!   

There are 2 of us resident advisors that are in this wonderful state!

No I'm not a Texan. I've only been here for about 20 years. I'll get a picture sent to me.
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #7 on: June 03, 2021, 08:43:09 am »
I wasn't born here either....but here for over 40+ years!  It definitely grows on you. 
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #8 on: June 04, 2021, 07:20:13 am »
I got a photo.  I'll post it this weekend.
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #10 on: June 04, 2021, 09:28:59 am »
The dealer told me it was purchased in Europe and believes it is of Italian Origin.
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #11 on: June 05, 2021, 05:37:38 pm »
Don`t believe dealers !  I am with Ghopper !!  !890 to 1900 Empire revival !  Not Italian,,,isn`t even close !
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #12 on: June 06, 2021, 06:04:35 am »
Quote from: mart on June 05, 2021, 05:37:38 pm
Don`t believe dealers !  I am with Ghopper !!  !890 to 1900 Empire revival !  Not Italian,,,isn`t even close !

Ok.  I appreciate the input on it.
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #13 on: June 06, 2021, 10:34:04 pm »
I have to agree with the others.  Plus those eyes are crazy! 
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Re: Antique bench. It's origins ?
« Reply #14 on: June 07, 2021, 02:40:58 pm »
Actually New York  area is a much more likely origin ! 
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