Description: Gorgeous rosewood Rococo Victorian etagere attributed to J. &
J. Meeks, NYC. A nearly identical piece is shown on page 144 in "American
Furniture of the 19th Century" by Eileen and Richard Dubrow. It features an
open carved crest and very elaborately carved drops. The graduated top
shelves are held up by turned spindles. Beautiful floral carvings adorn the
front legs and some of the open skirt carvings. There are three original
mirrors in both the top and bottom. Notice the lovely rosewood grain on the
surface of this piece! The top crest and several of the open carvings had
been restored. This is an important and rare etagere made by one of the
Victorian periods finest furniture makers!
Circa: 1860
Dimensions: 105"H x 59"W x 21"D
Finish: Good original finish with some restoration
Price: $49,500.00
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