A Collection of Furnishings and Objects from the Works of Michael S. Smith

By Stair Galleries | New York

Oct 05, 2019 11:00 EDT

Updated on Oct 4, 19

Experience a lucid display of works by the White House and Oval office decorator, Michael S. Smith. Stair Galleries present a variety of decorating basics in their upcoming auction. A pair of Swedish Neoclassical urns is the highlight of the auction. The Ormolu-mounted porphyry covered urns with ormolu acorn finials are fine examples of the 18th-century gilt-bronze techniques.

Smith’s favorites range from an iconic black-lacquer Royale table by Jansen to an important Louis XVI Ormolu-Mounted mahogany bed by master cabinet-maker J.Pafrat. Smith also seems fascinated by the ghostlike quality of an Alessandro Albrizzi Lucite dining table that appears to float in a room and his personal favorite a Regency Recamier.

A Collection of Furnishings and Objects from the Works of Michael S. Smith will also offer classic upholstered sofas and chairs, myriad cocktail and side tables, gorgeous folding screens and carpets, a variety of porcelain accessories, and marvelous lamps and light fixtures. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare

Lot Categories:

Fine Art (3), Decorative Arts (55), Asian Works of Art (11), Watches & Clocks (3)

# of Lots:

222

Price Range:

$200 - $40,000

Interesting lots include:

Item Image	Item Name	Estimate
	Pair of Swedish Neoclassical ormolu-mounted porphyry covered urns	Estimate: $20,000 - $40,000 Starting Bid:$10,000
	William IV gilt-bronze and brass five-light chandelier with hurricane shades	Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 Starting Bid:$1,500
	Zuber Mahogany ten panel screen with panoramic Boston harbor scenic wallpaper panels	Estimate: $2,500 - $4,500 Starting Bid:$1,250
	Bamboo and Seagrass Étagère	Estimate: $300 - $500 Starting Bid:$150