"Spring is the time of plans and projects."
 
    

Robert J Riesberg Antiques Inc.

              Fine 17th, 18th, and 19th Century Antiques                                

 


 Greetings,  

      Let your Spring outdoors party begin with our sweet Bacchante who will be a most welcome reveler with her tambourine in hand. Her form is in a graceful turn as she welcomes your guests. Made of cast lead in the 19th century, most likely in England, this statue shows remnants of old decorative paint and natural moss on the the weathered surface. Lead has been said to be the best of materials for garden statuary. Height 57".        

  

    

  Just arrived, this early English country secretary in dark oak offers a rare small width and many pigeon holes for a collection. Typical of this "Queen Anne" form, the interior features scalloped pigeonholes, deep outboard drawers and a central sliding well for papers. This bracket foot slant front bureau is well patinaed. Dovetails match top and bottom. "H" hinges hold the glazed doors. Restored and with all details on request. H. 79", w. 34 3/4", d. 20 1/2". For the alert buyer, $2950.
 
 
   
We look forward to seeing you.   
Bob     
ph: 651 457-1772
Robert J. Riesberg Antiques Inc.  
    By appointment.
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  This huge Imari bowl has well defined decoration with foliage and birds Formerly with lid and "invisible repair" to  hairlines. Outstanding as a centerpiece with flowers. You will not find a larger one. H9 3/4", d. 12'. $290.

Here are more secretary views.

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