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Pair of Early 18th Century Carved Oak Newel Post Figures

Offered by: Yew Tree House

Description
Rare pair of carved oak newel post figures probably depicting Sir Robert and Lady Brown, circa 1735, depicted with a page boy haircut and wearing a lace collar and holding a staff, she wearing a waisted vest over a laced collared dress and with arms lacking, both having flattened heads where a handrail stood, both with great color and surface. Provenance: removed from the ballroom staircase of Wiggenhall St. Mary, Norfolk. Sir Robert was granted a baronetcy by George II, for whom he served as paymaster and as an agent in Venice.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Oak.
Condition:	Good. Good antique condition
Creation Date:	1735
Styles / Movements:	Other
Dealer Reference #:	ktjfjtmrkotd
Incollect Reference #:	258184

Dimensions

W.	13 in;	H.	34 in;	D.	6 in;
W.	33.02 cm;	H.	86.36 cm;	D.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Yew Tree House Antiques, established in 1991, specializes in unique pieces with “soulfulness of character,” carefully curated by Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen. Visit us at The Gallery at 200 Lex in New York City or contact us at 212.249.6612 | ythantiques@yahoo.com.