American Empire Furniture

American portrait miniature by Thomas Story Officer, Woman in a White Gown, Signed "T.S. Officer, Pinxt", The 1830s The American portrait miniature signed by Thomas Story Officer depicts a beautiful young woman, her red hair “Coeffure a la Chinoise”, sitting in a red chair confidently looking out towards the painter and us, the viewers.  She wears a white dress with a pin in the center of her chest.  Based on her style of dress and her hair, we believe this was painted while Officer was in Philadelphia. It is signed to the lower right "T.S. Officer, Pinxt" along at edge. The reverse has a small oval glass Dimensions: 3 inches high x 2 3/16 inches wide x 1/4 inch deep Reference: Thomas S. Officer: Miniature and Portrait Painter, Gardner Library,  Author: Merri Lou Schaumann. Born in Carlisle in 1810, this gifted artist trained in Philadelphia, traveled extensively and won awards for his paintings. In 1872, James Miller McKim wrote a series of reminiscences for the Carlisle Herald newspaper about the places and people of Carlisle in an earlier day. He wrote that “David Smith, a boot and shoemaker, had two sons… one of whom early developed a taste for art and finally devoted himself to miniature painting as a profession. He was a contemporary, and for a while, a rival of Mr. Thomas Officer, though I believe he never reached the celebrity attained by that gifted young artist. Mr. Officer, by the way, was one of the last miniature painters of any eminence produced by this country, the daguerreotype and photographer having come in to sweep away the entire profession.” Thomas Story Officer was born in Carlisle on August 15, 1810, to cabinetmaker John Officer and his second wife Margaret. He trained in Philadelphia with the well-known portrait painter Thomas Sully and began his career there in the 1830s. Officer left Philadelphia occasionally to paint portraits in Mobile, Alabama in 1837, in Richmond, Virginia in 1845, and in New York City from 1846-1849 where he became a member of the National Academy of Design. In 1842, Officer intended to travel to Mexico and needed a passport. He asked Attorney Charles B. Penrose, formerly of Carlisle, to write a letter of recommendation for him. In his letter to Fletcher Webster, Esq., Penrose wrote, “This will be handed to you by Thomas S. Officer, Esq., a friend of mine, and a native artist of Pennsylvania, who is a gentleman of great talents and respectability. Intending to visit Mexico, he wishes to procure passports at the State Department…”  Officer was issued a passport in July 1842. He was described as 30 years old, 5’ 11” with a “full and round forehead, bluish-gray eyes, an ordinary nose, medium mouth, ordinary chin, sallow complexion with an oval face and brown hair.” Officer went to Mexico and later to Australia. In 1854, he opened a studio in Sandridge, Australia, and while there he “entered several oil portraits in the 1854 Melbourne Exhibition preparatory to sending them to the 1855 Paris Exhibition.” Officer left Australia, and in 1855 he settled in San Francisco where he would spend the last years of his life. He set up a portrait painting department in James Johnson’s photographic gallery in San Francisco. In 1857, Officer received a bronze medal for his oil portraits exhibited at The First Industrial Exhibition of the Mechanics’ Institute of San Francisco, as well as awards at several other exhibits in 1858. A short piece in the San Francisco newspaper, Alta, on October 30, 1859, read, “Mr. Thomas S. Officer, the talented portrait painter, lies near to death’s door and is in pecuniary distress. Out of the many to whose pleasure he has contributed by his gay, social manners, as well as by his pleasing artistic productions, may there not be found someone who will extend a helping hand?”  Officer died on December 8, 1859. Almost an entire column in the January 18, 1860 edition of the Carlisle Herald, was devoted to a very long and informative obituary of Officer taken from the Alta, California newspaper. Officer was buried in the now defunct Lone Mountain Cemetery in San Francisco. In 2014, the Cumberland County Historical Society received a bequest of a portrait painted by Thomas Officer from the estate of historian John J. Snyder, Jr. It joined a miniature portrait already a part of the Society’s museum collection in Carlisle, not far from where Officer was born. Notes: The May 28, 1834 edition of the Carlisle Weekly Herald reported that Thomas S. Officer had "...within the last few weeks, taken the portraits of several gentlemen of this borough...Mr. O. is principally self-taught, and although young, already evinced a degree of taste, judgment, and talent..." A short biography of Officer can also be found in Early American Portrait Painters in Miniature by Theodore Bolton, published by F. F. Sherman (New York, 1921). The entire book is one line  Bio. of Officer on page 117. See Officer’s portrait...

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From the Federal period, a handsome American Sheraton sideboard in fine satinwood with two small top drawers and a backsplash over a base with three convex drawers above four cabinet...

Mid to late 19th century American Empire tallboy / highboy chest. Made of flame / crotch mahognay featuring rectangular form with scrolled front and four hand dovetailed drawers. Di...

This exquisite mid-19th-century Seth Thomas Ogee shelf clock, crafted in Thomaston, Connecticut, showcases the refined craftsmanship of one of America’s most renowned clockmakers. Th...

This set of etched French crystal liqueur glasses, which dates to the 1930s, is in mint condition. The subtle amber color of the glasses will enhance the color of your drinks nicely. I have curated this set of vintage glasses...

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Antique 19th century Gilbert (William) Manufacturing Company Ogee style weight driven American Empire shelf clock. Made of walnut featuring gold and marbled columns, reverse painted floral roses, roman numeral face and brass works. Signed and dated on back, this clock was one of the last made before the fire closed the factory and the reincorporated under a new name. William L. Gilbert was born in 1806 in Northfield, CT (a village of Litchfield) and became interested in the booming clockmaking business at Bristol in 1828. In that year he and his brother–in–law George Marsh purchased a clock factory and formed the firm Marsh, Gilbert & Co. In 1835 Gilbert and John Birge formed Birge & Gilbert. In 1839 Gilbert became part of Jeromes, Gilbert, Grant & Co. to make the newly introduced 30 hour brass weight driven clock. In 1840 Gilbert moved to Winsted, a village within Winchester, CT and with two partners bought the old Riley Whiting...

An exceptional early 20th century armoire. Features a rectangular frame made from mahogany with figural and acanthus carved accents. The central door features a large oval mirror t...

A 19th Century American Empire Columnade Mahogany and custom Marble Top Side Cabinet Pedestal. Features 4 columns, one top drawer and bottom cabinet. Finished on all sides. Use it as...

20th Century Colony House Furniture American Empire Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Marble Top. Dovetail Drawers operating flawless...

Handsome carved mahogany bench, dating to the early 1800s, in the manner of Duncan Phyfe. One side ornately carved, one side plain — likely intended to sit against a wall, under a wi...

A gorgeous, rare Pair of Early 20th Century American Empire Bow Front Flame Mahogany Bedside Cabinet Tables with Beatiful craving decorations. Measure 23 in width, 18" in depth and ...

Immerse yourself in the charm of the 19th Century with our magnificent Mahogany Wood Framed Empire Style North American Sofa. This embodiment of timeless elegance boasts an Empire st...

Recently needlepoint reupholstered American Empire mahogany side chair. Measures 19" in width, 19" in depth and stands 35" tall. Seat height is 18".

A fine petite American Empire sideboard in mahogany and bookmatched figured mahogany. Features rectangular top over two drawers above base cabinet with two doors flanked by turned io...

Antique American Empire rosewood dental / medical cabinet, circa 1820. This incredibly rare cabinet, in two section, made of figured rosewood throughou...

A beautiful example of an early American Empire chest with full-column front and stand-up butlers desk. Provides ample storage as a chest of drawers, and doubles as a secretary with ...

A gorgeous American Empire, Victorian, or Neoclassical style bookcase cabinet In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1890s Carved mahogany, with mullioned leaded glass fron...

A remarkable, and strong early 19th century American Empire secretary bookcase of grand architectural scale with an incredible arched pedimen...

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AMBIANIC presents Antique empire settee three-seater sofa hand carved mahogany Feather down cushions with green velvet. Comfortable elegance, qu...

A finely refinished Early American Empire Mahogany and cane seat chair in very good condition. New caning and recently refinished. Measure 16"W x 16"D ...

A stately pair of 19th-century American Empire pedestals, crafted from richly figured crotch mahogany with a deep, luminous finish. Each stand features a boldly scaled barley twist c...

Step back in time and bring a piece of history into your home with this exquisite gate leg drop leaf table from the early 1800s. A meticulously built piece showcasing the beauty of A...

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Antique American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany 2 Drawer Work/Sewing Table with Opalescent Glass Pulls C1840 Measures - 30"H x 21"W x 16.5"D

An outstanding antique American Empire or Victorian double bookcase cabinet By George C. Flint Co. USA, Circa 1890s Mahogany, with lion paw feet, and mullioned glass front doors....

This is a handsome late 19th century handcrafted American Empire chest of drawers. This chest of drawers features its original solid brass ornately decorated pulls and keyhole covers...

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An antique Neoclassical Greco American Empire extension dining table offers flame mahogany construction in round form with carved gadroon trimming over stylized urn form pedestal and...

An antique American Empire chest of drawers with swivel mirror over flame mahogany chest of drawers with deeply foliate carved...

The mid-20th century sofa has wood cabriole legs with padded feet set within undulating front and side edges. The upholstered arms are fronted by inlaid curved wood panels. Seats fou...

PRESENTING A HUGELY IMPORTANT, EXCEPTIONALLY RARE and FULLY AUTHENTIC COLLECTION of 6 Items pertaining to President Theodore Roosevelt, that have never been outside family ownership, namely: (1) Original Theodore Roosevelt Letter 14th August 1918 to Eliza Calvert Hall, (2) Original Envelope – Aug 1918, with postage stamps, marks, etc. (3) Original Theodore Roosevelt Letter 8th November 1918 to Mrs Obenchain (4) Original Envelope – Nov 1918, with postage stamps, marks, etc. (5) HUGELY IMPORTANT handwritten ‘Poem’ on an Index Card by Eliza Calvert Hall which was sent by her to Theodore, after the death of Quentin in July 1918 and is referenced to by him, in the letter of August 1918, and (6) Original letter dated 12 September 2018 to Maj LC Obenchain, which completes provenance/background. (1) & (2) – PRESENTING AN EXCEPTIONALLY RARE and FULLY AUTHENTIC Theodore Roosevelt Letter from August 1918 with original envelope. On ‘Sagamore Hill’ letterhead. Fully handwritten and personally signed by President...

A fine petite American Empire sideboard in mahogany and bookmatched figured mahogany. Features rectangular top over two drawers above base cabinet with two doors flanked by turned io...

Late Victorian American Empire Style Sideboard, C. 1900. Features a rectangular form made from quartersawn oak with a unique in cut top featuring three dovetailed drawers within the...

An Early 20th Century American Empire Style Mahogany Drop Leaf Side Table with scrol feet By Imperial Furniture Grand Rapids. Measures 3...

American brass nautical ship wheel with a central circular brass hub, eight brass spindles with bulbous handles, solid brass geared pedestal, rudder indicat...

American cast iron three tiered foliage fountain with central fluted bulbous plumed column, flanking decorative swans, and resting on an arched circular bulbous base. Fiske / Mott, N...

George Washington: A Masterful Portrait from the Circle of Gilbert Stuart, Circa 1820 This distinguished oil on canvas portrait of George Washington, dating to circa 1820, is in the...

A gorgeous antique American Empire or late Victorian triple bookcase In the manner of R.J. Horner USA, Circa 1900 Beautiful carved oak, with glass front doors. Cabinet locks, and ...

An antique American Empire Classical Greco center table offers beveled and shaped marble top over double scroll base raised on stylized cabriole legs, c1840 Measures- 29.75''H x 3...

An antique American Empire Greco full size tester bed offers flame mahogany construction with paneled headboard in arch form with carved foliate, floral and shield crest with flankin...

Attributable to the New York cabinetmaker, Meeks and Sons, this handsome dining table is made of premium mahogany and is inspired by the furniture design...

Antique Gorham & Co coin silver Mary Todd Lincoln tea and coffee set, 1861. Gorham & Co had made this set and it was gifted to Mary Todd Lincoln dur...

A handsome early American empire/classical pembroke table in fine West Indies mahogany with solid rectangular top offering two hinged drop-leaves with "S" shaped, rounded corners. Ta...

This exquisite mid-19th-century Seth Thomas Ogee shelf clock, crafted in Thomaston, Connecticut, showcases the refined craftsmanship of one of America’s most renowned clockmakers. Th...

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A museum-worthy American Empire bed, circa 1820, crafted from solid walnut with Rosewood veneer. The bed features hand-cut mortise-and-tenon joinery, and original large iron bed bolt...

A beautiful example of an early American Empire chest with full-column front and stand-up butlers desk. Provides ample storage as a chest of drawers, and doubles as a secretary with ...

An antique Neoclassical Greco American Empire extension dining table offers flame mahogany construction in round form with carved gadroon trimming over stylized urn form pedestal and...

19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Fold-Top Game Table or Console Table with flame mahogany skirt. Measures 35.75"W x 18.5" in depth and stands 29" tall. When open, it measures 37" ...

American cast iron two tiered foliage fountain with central fluted bulbous plumed column, flanking decorative swans, and resting on an arched circular bulbous base. Fiske / Mott, New...

American cast iron and painted horse head hitching post with a central fluted ringed column resting on a squared base, Mid 19th Century.

A gorgeous antique American Empire tiger oak writing desk or library table In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 42"W ...

Pair of American cast iron perched owl andirons with original glass eyes and rear dog legs. Boston, MA, Late 19th century.

A fine antique American Empire carved mahogany drop leaf table, New York, circa 1825. The table is made from the finest flame mahogany & having two drop leaves with curved skirts that are supported by butterfly bracket supports, the table having a deeply carved turned baluster shaped pedestal with four curved legs. Both the pedestal & legs are deeply carved with acanthus leaf decoration, each leg terminates to a substantial lion's paw foot and each is raised on the original brass castor. This is a period table from the first quarter of the 1800s not a later revival piece from the late 1800s. Some Empire furniture can be heavy & bulky, this table is very elegant and displays the skill of the early 19th century...

Pair of American wrought iron, paneled glass, and spelter finial decorative wall lanterns mounted on the original scrolled iron brackets. Originally gas and have been electrified wit...

American cast iron copying press with a circular three spoke cork screw wheel, flanking scrolled support arms, pressure plate, and resting on the original r...

Fabulous American Empire 6 drawer crotch flame book matched mahogany dresser. Features are large mirror with tall columns, Carrara marble, step back dresser...

A beautiful American Empire card or games table in West Indies mahogany with hinged top opening to a square over a rectangular base with turned column that rests on a quatre-form bas...

An antique American Empire chest of drawers with swivel mirror over flame mahogany chest of drawers with deeply foliate carved...

This diminutive American window settee with figured mahogany frame and upholstered back and seat is a perfect small bench at the end of a bed. The back i...

American pan of Rohallion bronze fountain with a boy playing pipes, standing on a globe with nine fish spouts… The boy’s head is topped with the head of a lion skin.. and a lion skin...

A gorgeous, rare Early 20th Century American Empire Bow Front Flame Mahogany chest on chest of drawers with Beatiful craving decorat...

Antique American Empire mahogany wood 4-drawer chest with claw feet and original brass pulls ( circa 1800s-1840s) newly polished.

Antique 19th C. American Empire Crotch Flame Mahogany Sideboard Buffet. Item features 2 pull out surfaces on the sides, tall back splash with spindle sides, glass knob pulls, turn ca...

Antique American Empire rosewood dental / medical cabinet, circa 1820. This incredibly rare cabinet, in two section, made of figured rosewood throughou...

American three masted clipper ship model displayed in a mahogany glass case. She was the fastest ship ever built in 1852. California clipper ship mo...

Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original glass colored eyes perched on scrolled branches. Boston, MA late 19th century.

A nice size with a shaped open back splash and a single apron drawer with fine wood knob pulls. Raised on finely turned legs. The drawer is hand planed and the dovetail predates mach...

American brass three-arm argand chandelier with ribbed centered urn, Greek key motif, bulbous glass chimneys, original canopy and terminating with a ...