Lot 948
  • 948

The Fitch and Palmer Families Federal Inlaid and Figured Mahogany Sideboard, Rhode Island, circa 1800

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany with ivory escutcheon
  • Height 41 7/8 in. by Width 62 in. by Depth 24 in.
with ivory escutcheons and butler's writing drawer.

Provenance

Colonol Asa Fitch (1755-1844), Fitchville, Connecticut;
Mr. George S. Palmer, New London, Connecticut;
Thence by descent to Mr. Palmer's daughter;
Nathan Liverant and Son, Colchester, CT. (acquired directly from Mr. Palmer's daughter).

Condition

Secondary woods: chestnut, white pine and oak. For further information please contact the Americana Department at americana@sothebys.com or by phone at 212-606-7130.
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