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Pair of Rosewood Salon Chairs w/ Upholstery by John Henry Belter, circa 1844
$7,450per set
£5,655.90per set
€6,520.33per set
CA$10,539.05per set
A$11,346.25per set
CHF 6,076.14per set
MX$136,718.27per set
NOK 76,664.02per set
SEK 70,159.96per set
DKK 48,722.51per set
About the Item
Pair of American "scroll pattern" parlor chairs in rosewood by John Henry Belter or Johann Heinrich Belter, noted German American Cabinetmaker from 1844-1863, NYC. The technique used by Belter for these chairs of bending, laminating and molding the shape in rosewood was very innovative for its time. His process was so successful that the chairs and sofas that he produced to this day are in excellent shape generally without showing signs of checks or de-lamination. Note: In addition to this pair of chairs we have four more to potentially make a set of six.
The pattern of these chairs coincides with the German interpretation of the French Louis Philippe style of the mid 1800's. This period in European furniture design marked a return to a more curved line with stylized ornamentation, in contrast to Biedermeier's angular lines. Belter had just immigrated and was setting up shop in NYC at the start of this European movement which greatly influenced his original "scroll" pattern. In our opinion, it is the most sophisticated and beautiful of all Belter patterns because of its relatively simple curves
sculptural, almost contemporary design. The patterns that followed this earlier design were more rococo in style with pierced carvings
exuberant decorative embellishments. Belter employed a staff of cabinet makers in NYC from the Alsace region of Germany.
Measures: 18 1/2" wide x 21" deep x 36 1/2" high.
Why is this listed in good condition not excellent?
Excellent as described by 1stdibs
"Excellent - Like new or has never been used. Absolutely no scratches or wear. Has no structural issues and is in perfect condition."
This Pair of American "scroll pattern" parlor chairs are in very good to excellent condition for antiques that were restored and French polished. There may be minor surface imperfections consistent with age and use but there are no mechanical or structural issues.
- Creator:John Henry Belter (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Louis Philippe (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1844
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully-restored and French-polished. Exquisite joinery and choice of rosewood. Very sculptural in form! Materials Techniques Notes: rosewood, upholstered in muslin.
- Seller Location:INTERLAKEN, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: SEA001011stDibs: LU9881834843
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