a pair of american aesthetic movement ebony and parcel gilt pedestals possibly new york, circa 1880

each top fitted with a red velvet lining within pearl-cast banding, the circular and tapering body centered to the front and back by a fruitwood veneered reserve with stylized foliate decoration and flanked by carved wood drapery.

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks consistent with age and use. Stains and wear to velvet tops. One restored break to one drapery. On both, one side with extensive discoloration to veneers consistent with sun damage. Minor losses of veneer mostly around the edges of base.
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