Robert J Riesberg Antiques
Robert J Riesberg Antiques
Minneapolis / Saint Paul
ph: 651 457-1772
Riesberg
English Furniture
Unusual English Hepplewhite sofa en cabriole, circa 1785-1810. The legs are painted black and detailed in gilt bellflower decoration. Covered in vintage rose velvet. L. 54”, d. 27”, h. 39”. $2875.
Unusual English Hepplewhite sofa en cabriole, circa 1785-1810. The legs are painted black and detailed in gilt bellflower decoration. Covered in vintage rose velvet. L. 54”, d. 27”, h. 39”. $2875.
Interesting William and Mary style stool with bold turnings in walnut. We will call it 19th century, but I believe closer examination will lead you to believe, as I do, that there are elements of the early period here. Rich color, h. 18", seat 14" x 14'. $550.
These chairs were used by this family for two generations as a "harlequin" dining set. All six are of mahogany with nicely polished finishes. The group includes a pair and four individual side chairs. All have the similar square legs with stretchers. I may have armchairs that could make the set of eight. Sold as a set of six.
English "Queen Anne" tea table, 18th century, folding round top, mahogany. W. 32" $2100
Fine English mahogany dish top tiered sweatmeats table, 18th century. Urn turned stems with spiral turned detail. No major repair. Ht. 42'. Largest diameter 23".
The George III Chippendale armchair circa 1750-90 is a favorite and comfortable form. The balloon back is flanked by graceful molded serpentine arms on shaped seat. Below, the legs are molded and have recessed stretchers. Now covered in handsome printed linen. Fine old patina.
H. 38’, extreme width 27”.
This charming early "Queen Anne" wing chair is English and has walnut as its primary wood. The chair was made in the early to mid 1700's and restored at times over the years. Our upholsterer of many years has removed various webbings and springs of later centuries and reglued the frame to a sturdy state. It is now freshly covered in an appropriate Christian Liaigre gold and gray silk damask. Please know that this fabric is of the finest quality and beautifully changes in the light as the day passes from smokey grey to golds. The chair has a bold stance with a shaped cresta bove serpentine wings over scrolled arms with vertically scrolled supports. The cushion is now filled with fresh down and feathers. Below, strong lappet carved cabriole legs rest on slipper feet. These are joined by block and turned stretchers to well braced rear legs. Now ready for your immediate enjoyment. Height 50", width at extreme arms 33", seat height at crown 20+"
#106. English lolling or easy chair, ca. 1760. Mahogany primary wood. $2600.
#4755. English mahogany late 18th century chest on chest with original brass pulls. $2995.
A central prospect door is reverse blocked and with a plain shell at the top. The lid has a leather writing surface on walnut and when closed shows flame grained veneers. The lid and each drawer have light wood shield escutcheons. Original bracket feet. A quality example in very nice condition. $2750.
The 18th century Georgian walnut desk is a most desirable 36" width with a lovely interior of valanced pigeon holes over a stepped and serpentine drawer arrangemenet with deep outboard drawers.
The shapely Chippendale wing chair, circa 1760-90 has walnut legs at full height with flaring scroll arms. this is a sturdy frame ready for your choice of fabric. With present weave type cover, $1495.
English 17th century chest or coffer, built for storage and to last the ages. The top and sides are paneled with molded rails. The façade is decorated with fanciful creatures and tulips, all in a rich dark patina. This could be used with great effect in a large hall below a tapestry or at the foot of the bed. W. 50”. D. 22”, H. 21”. $925 for beauty in form and function.
#1908 Welsh dresser, English, 18th century, in two parts. Pine in warm old color. H. 73” W. 74” . $2950.
18th century walnut English tea table table, with well carved tray edge top and the shaped apron below a cockbeaded drawer above cabriole legs. Restored. L. 33”, D. 21”, H. 28 ½”. $1595.
An early 18th century English “Queen Anne” side chair with slip seat in nice old finish, 37” high. This has a shapely back as well as elegant cabriole legs. $775 for the alert buyer.
Pictured is a fine late 18thcentury George III mahogany inlaid oval back armchair just covered in a Jim Thompson silk. The back features a compass-like inlay.
Two sets of English early 19th century bedsteps, mahogany with leather treads. L-R, $1150 and $1345.
A mahogany George III sideboard, early 1800's. Graceful bowfront design on tall slender lags in the Sheraton manner. $2600. L. 60", deep at ends 20", depth at center 25", H. 36"
Exceptional English George III games table with wavy satinwood overall, rosewood inset top, extensive details of banding, floral patera above the legs, and spade feet. Circae 1785.36" width.
Period George III library chair in old silk, a comfortable and early chair, circa 1760-1800. The primary wood is mahogany in old polished finish. This has a serpentine crest and shaped arms. Ready for your fabric and priced for the alert buyer at $975.
This Baroque or so called William and Mary dropleaf is a great one. It is early 18th century English, in old color with a layered patina on its bold turned legs with well worn stretchers. Now a true 300 years old, this treasure offers irresistible charm with its well worn oval top. The top is 29” X 36” open. Height is a strong 29+”. Please visit or call for a most detailed examination of this lovely piece. $1950.
An outstanding Regency set of six chairs. The side chairs are all in rosewood with gessoed and gilded leafage, reeding, rings, and rosettes. The splats are enhanced with carved scrolls and leaves. A gilt reed extends from the crest to the foot. The armchair is in period and a later addition. Circa 1810-30. The set (6) is $6750
1372,4. Outstanding English late 18th century Sheraton sofa in a gold damask cover.
Camelback type with full detail including rosettes on molded and scrolled arms, a serpentine front rail, slender fluted front legs, and raked rear legs. All is in an old finish. Length 73”. $3100.
Robert J Riesberg Antiques
Minneapolis / Saint Paul
ph: 651 457-1772
Riesberg
