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Hall tree

By dave_garrison, 19 February, 2025
Description

I am selling this for my sister's estate.  it was purchased at an Estate sale in the Natchez MS Area.

Category
Home Furnishings
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
54" wide 7' tall
Weight
200#?
For Sale?
No
Photos
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Charley

5 months 1 week ago

Antique Hall Tree

Item Overview

  • Category: Home Furnishings
  • Type: Antique Hall Tree / Entryway Bench with Mirrors
  • Dimensions: 54" wide x 7' tall
  • Estimated Weight: ~200 lbs
  • Condition: Excellent
  • Provenance: Purchased at an estate sale in Natchez, MS
  • For Sale: No

Identification & Historical Context

This is a late 19th-century to early 20th-century Victorian-style hall tree, likely made from solid oak or walnut, featuring:

  • Multiple oval and round beveled mirrors
  • Carved geometric and floral motifs
  • Brass or cast iron coat hooks
  • Umbrella/cane stand with drip tray
  • Storage bench with a lift-top or drawer compartments

Origin & Style

  • The Victorian era (1837-1901) popularized ornate hall trees to serve as functional furniture in grand entryways.
  • This piece likely dates to circa 1880-1910, as suggested by the beveled mirrors, carved details, and mixed-use functionality.
  • The design and craftsmanship suggest it could be American-made or European-imported, possibly from a Southern estate in Natchez, MS, which has a history of high-end furnishings.

Market Value Estimate

  • Retail Antique Dealer Price: $2,500 - $5,000 USD
  • Auction House Estimate: $1,500 - $3,500 USD
  • Private Sale/Facebook Marketplace: $800 - $2,000 USD
  • Factors Affecting Value:
    • Condition: Excellent, with intact mirrors and structure.
    • Rarity: Unique, with multiple mirrors and intricate carvings.
    • Regional Demand: Southern antique markets value Victorian hall trees, particularly in areas like Natchez, New Orleans, and Charleston.

Professional Appraisal Recommendation

To determine exact age, maker, and premium value, consider:

  1. Antique Furniture Appraisers
    • Heritage Auctions (ha.com)
    • Christie’s or Sotheby’s Decorative Arts & Furniture
    • Regional Auction Houses (New Orleans Auction Galleries, Neal Auction Co.)
  2. Victorian Furniture Specialists & Collectors
    • Dealers specializing in 19th-century American or European entryway furniture

Conclusion

This is a highly collectible, well-preserved Victorian hall tree, valued at $1,500 - $5,000+ USD, depending on the selling venue. Given its estate provenance and Southern historical interest, it may fetch a premium price in a high-end auction or specialty antique sale.

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Lovejoy

5 months ago

Your piece is a Victorian…

Your piece is a Victorian piece in the "Eastlake style", circa 1880, the style getting its name from Charles Eastlake, who wrote a book entitled "Hints on Household Taste" in 1868. In this influential book he rejected the ornate decorations favored on earlier Victorian furniture and espoused simpler more incised rectangular lines sparingly accented with machined forms, and raised panels with figured veneers for decoration. Eastlake furniture was produced on both sides of the Atlantic from about 1870- 1890, the American version of this style were more ornate than Eastlake's original designs, but his name has been forever linked to this furniture ever since. The majority of American Eastlake furniture was constructed of walnut, with later pieces being made of lighter colored hardwoods such as maple, oak and ash. The earlier piece such as yours in walnut tend to be much higher quality than the later examples, which were mass produced on a much larger scale by the 1890's. Today the demand for Victorian furniture has softened due to changing tastes of collectors and the sheer number of pieces on the market. Speculation is that this is a result of the "Downsizing" of the "Baby Boom" generation that is now heading for retirement. In the current market values for comparable Eastlake pieces varies a huge amount depending on local demand, often selling at auction under $1000.00

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