NORWOOD, N.J. – Sterling Associates has returned from Florida with two estates packed with art, furniture, and decorative accessories that will be featured in a boutique auction of 177 lots on Wednesday, March 13. The catalog is now open for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.
European furniture is led by a 19th-century Northern Italian ebony and bone inlaid marquetry cabinet flanked by a pair of matching armchairs. Stamping indicates the suite was originally sold by Edwards and Roberts of London. The set comes to auction with a $3,000-$5,000 estimate.
An even earlier production is a 17th- or 18th-century Italian carved and gilt Rococo throne chair. The seat and back are upholstered in period embroidered fabric, and it carries a $2,000-$3,000 estimate.
An elaborately carved 19th-century Chinese ebonized and marble-topped etagere display cabinet is another estate highlight. Standing an imposing 92in tall, this piece is estimated at $3,000-$4,000.
Mid-century modern design aficionados long to own a furnishing designed by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, but they can be pricey. For this reason, Sterling owner Stephen D’Atri believes there will be bidder interest in the Laverne side table on offer: “It’s a very attractive table that could be worked into almost any decorating theme, and the price is right,” he said. Its estimate is $1,000-$2,000.
