Bidspirit auction | The John Brown Chippendale Parcel-Gilt

The John Brown Chippendale Parcel-Gilt Mahogany Mirror - The John Brown Chippendale Parcel-Gilt Mahogany Mirror Labeled John Elliott, Philadelphia, 1760-1780. The Backboard inscribed in pencil, Norman F. Herreshoff, 1919. Some patches/replacements to scrolled ears. Provenance: John Brown (1736-1803), Providence, Rhode Island; To his daughter, Sarah Brown Herreshoff (1773-1846); To her son Charles Frederick Herreshoff (1809-1888); Thus by descent in the Herreshoff Family line. Literature: Wendy Ann Cooper, “The Furniture and Furnishings of John Brown, Merchant of Providence, 1736-1803,” University of Delaware, Master’s Thesis, 1971, pp. 81, not illustrated. 37 x 18 in. (94 x 45.7 cm.) Condition: Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to requisite a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot.  We also recommended asking for a shipping quote before bidding as well.  CASH, CASHIER CHECK, MONEY ORDER, AND WIRE TRANSFER ARE ONLY METHODS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED FOR JEWELRY, WATCHES, COINS, AND PRECIOUS METALS.