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Description:
Carved Mahogany and Mahogany and Figured Maple Veneer Inlaid Square Piano and Stool, Boston, Massachusetts, c. 1810-20, with string-inlaid case opening to the keyboard with crossbanded figured maple and gilt bellflower framed lettered panel reading "made by A. Babcock for J.A. Dickson, N. 34 Market St. Boston," all on brass banded ring-turned and reeded tapering legs on casters, ht. 31 1/2, wd. 66 1/2, dp. 23 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000

Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200

Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.