2026 Major Spring Americana & Chinese Auction Featuring Items From the John D Rockefeller III Estate

  • Lot 495: D.R. Dimes Tiger Maple Mirror

    D.R. Dimes Tiger Maple Mirror
    rectangular plate set in a similar frame, having arched cresting and conforming plinth
    height 43 inches, width 21 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 496: D.R. Dimes Tiger Maple Mirror

    D.R. Dimes Tiger Maple Mirror
    rectangular plate set in a similar molded frame surmounted by a scroll-carved cresting, signed paper label on back
    height 37 inches, width 22 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $300

  • Lot 497: Pair of Adriance Tiger Maple End Tables

    Pair of Adriance Tiger Maple End Tables
    each having one drawer above open shelving
    height 24 inches, top 17″ x 20″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 498: Maple Cabinet

    Maple Cabinet
    everted cornice above a plain frieze and single paneled-glazed cupboard door, the base a rectangular top and paneled cupboard door on a plinth base
    height 81 inches, width 25 1/2 inches, depth 16 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 499: Cottage Pine Chest of Drawers

    Cottage Pine Chest of Drawers
    rectangular top a molded edge above four graduated long drawers, paneled sides and a scalloped apron
    height 34 inches, width 37 3/4 inches, depth 18 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $100 - $200

  • Lot 500: Rare Shaker Revolving Chair

    Rare Shaker Revolving Chair
    curved crest rail above a metal rod spindle back, circular seat, raised on a turned support iron swivel plate and tripod base, simple utilitarian form, warm wood finish visible wear; underside paper label marked “Rockefeller.”
    American, 19th century (New England). Height 26 1/4 inches, base 20″ x 20″.
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $1500 - $2500

  • Lot 501: Shaker Cast Iron Box Stove

    Shaker Cast Iron Box Stove
    rectangular cast iron stove top flue opening, hinged front door and draft control, raised on penny feet, darkened surface from use
    Shaker, American, 19th century
    height 17 inches, 37 inches long
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $500 - $800

  • Lot 502: Set of Four Shaker Low-Back Chairs

    Set of Four Shaker Low-Back Chairs
    having two slats, tan and black tapered seats, and tilters
    height 26 1/2 inches, length 18 1/2 inches, depth 14 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $800 - $1200

  • Lot 503: Shaker Tuck Away Tilt Top Table

    Shaker Tuck Away Tilt Top Table
    having plain supports all set on shoe feet
    height 29 1/2 inches, top 34 1/2″ x 35″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $400 - $800

  • Lot 504: Shaker Cabinet

    Shaker Cabinet
    two-door cabinet paneled doors and paneled sides, fitted two spindles to one side, on a dovetailed bracket foot
    19th century, height 59 1/2 inches, top 21 1/4″ x 39″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $1000 - $2000

  • Lot 505: Custom Chippendale Style Figured Maple Side Cabinet

    Custom Chippendale Style Figured Maple Side Cabinet
    rectangular top over two paneled doors opening to reveal shelves, on bracket feet
    height 42 inches, top 14 1/2″ x 36″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 506: Custom Made Shaker Style Adriance Cherry Dining Table

    Custom Made Shaker Style Adriance Cherry Dining Table
    rectangular top on a trestle base downward curved legs and out flaring feet, joined a the apron a plank stretcher, signed Adriance Furniture Makers
    height 30 inches, length 60 inches, width 36 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: overall good condition, minor sun fading and slight surface scratches

    Estimate: $300 - $500

  • Lot 507: Adriance Furniture Shaker Style American Settee

    Adriance Furniture Shaker Style American Settee
    having undulating backrail above turned vertical splats and a scrolling arm on a rectangular seat, turned splayed legs joined by stretchers, taupe velvet cushion
    height 36 inches, width 56 inches, depth 21 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $300 - $500

  • Lot 508: Custom Made Shaker Style Settee

    Custom Made Shaker Style Settee
    20th century
    the square back above spindle supports on a saddle shaped seat and turned legs joined by stretchers
    height 30 inches, width 39 1/2 inches, depth 14 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 509: American Maple and Tiger Maple Fall-Front Writing Desk

    American Maple and Tiger Maple Fall-Front Writing Desk
    18th/19th century
    the rectangular top above a fall-front opening to reveal a series of drawers and pigeon holes on four long graduated drawers on a plain apron and bracket feet
    height 42 inches, width 36 1/2 inches, depth 18 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 510: Chippendale Cherry Secretary Desk

    Chippendale Cherry Secretary Desk
    upper portion a cove molded pediment over two paneled doors opening to reveal shelves; the lower portion a fall front and fitted writing space above lopers, four graduated long drawers and bracket feet, Connecticut circa 1770
    height 77 inches, width 36 3/4 inches, depth 17 1/4 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: Overall good condition surface wear, scratches, and dings consistent use, showing sun fading; hardware has been replaced

    Estimate: $1000 - $2000

  • Lot 511: Chippendale Tall Chest

    Chippendale Tall Chest
    having cove-molded rectangular pediment over six long drawers and bracket feet, delaware country circa 1770
    height 57 1/2 inches, width 41 inches, depth 19 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $400 - $700

  • Lot 512: Walnut Circular Occasional Table And Two Chairs

    Walnut Circular Occasional Table And Two Chairs
    20th century
    the circular top over an inset square apron and tapering rod-shaped legs on pad feet
    table signed Adriance Furniture Company
    table height 30 inches, diameter 27 inches, chairs height 35 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $500 - $1000

  • Lot 513: Shaker Maple Rocking Chair

    Shaker Maple Rocking Chair
    four shaped ladder splats and rod form crestrail, splint-woven seat above double box stretchers, 20th Century
    height 41 3/4 inches, width 25 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: overall good condition, some sun fading

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 514: Custom Cherry Adriance Furniture American Tavern Table

    Custom Cherry Adriance Furniture American Tavern Table
    20th century
    height 30 inches, top 24″ x 30″
    Condition: Overall fair condition; has some wear throughout
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $300

  • Lot 515: Two Shaker Rockers

    Two Shaker Rockers
    each having rush woven seats, one is numbered 3, top rail as is, the other is a four slat rocker the top slat having repair
    height 43 1/2 inches, other height 33 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $250 - $450

  • Lot 516: Shaker Ladder Back Side Chair having Tilters

    Shaker Ladder Back Side Chair having Tilters
    20th century
    seat height 19 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $200 - $350

  • Lot 517: George III Child’s Windsor Bow Back Arm Chair

    George III Child’s Windsor Bow Back Arm Chair
    height 24 inches, width 15 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $150 - $250

  • Lot 518: Set of Six Mahogany Custom Queen Anne Style Side Chairs

    Set of Six Mahogany Custom Queen Anne Style Side Chairs
    signed Adriance Furniture Company
    covered in blue plush slip seats, each having a yoke crest and vasiform splat over a trapezoidal slip seat, scalloped apron and cabriole legs on pad feet joined by stretchers
    height 41 inches, width 22 inches, depth 18 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $500 - $1000

  • Lot 519: Walnut Jacobean Style Dining Table

    Walnut Jacobean Style Dining Table
    on spiral turned legs and flat stretcher
    height 28 inches, length 76 inches, depth 37 3/4 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $250 - $450

  • Lot 520: George III Style Mahogany Sideboard/Server

    George III Style Mahogany Sideboard/Server
    20th/21st century
    the rectangular top above a series of four long drawers
    on square tapering legs
    height 35 inches, width 60 inches, depth 14 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $300 - $500

  • Lot 521: Federal Mahogany Lolling Chair

    Federal Mahogany Lolling Chair
    a canted back and seat covered in a stag patterned printed linen, grooved armposts and square tapering molded legs, circa 1800
    height 44 1/4 inches, width 27 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $400 - $700

  • Lot 522: Colonial Williamsburg Carved Mahogany Wing Chair

    Colonial Williamsburg Carved Mahogany Wing Chair
    Newport, Rhode Island style
    the shaped top rail above eared sides and scrolling arms on a squab cushion and reeded square legs joined by an H-form stretcher
    height 45 1/2 inches, width 30 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $300 - $500

  • Lot 523: English Parcel Gilt Black Painted Wood Convex Mirror

    English Parcel Gilt Black Painted Wood Convex Mirror
    of circular form a floral diaper pattern decorated frame, late 19th to early 20th century
    diameter 15 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $300

  • Lot 524: Pair of Italian Neoclassical Fruitwood Open Armchairs

    Pair of Italian Neoclassical Fruitwood Open Armchairs
    each groove-carved frame having a bellflower-and-shell crest above a rectangular back and bowed seat covered in pale green silk, on stop fluted legs foliate feet, 18th-19th century
    height 40 inches, width 24 1/2 inches, depth 20 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $400 - $800

  • Lot 525: English Satinwood Work Table

    English Satinwood Work Table
    the overhanging rectangular top canted corners above three long narrow drawers on tapering splayed legs, 19th to early 20th century
    height 27 1/2 inches, top 11 3/4″ x 14 1/2″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 526: George III Mahogany Candle Stand

    George III Mahogany Candle Stand
    pie crust-carved circular top, fluted round tapering stem and tripod base, old tape on underside marked JDRIII
    height 28 1/2 inches, width 16 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: wear, losses to top

    Estimate: $500 - $1000

  • Lot 527: Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers

    Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
    having fan inlaid drawers connected by fine inlays, rectangular overhanging top a thumb-nail edge above four patera-inlaid long graduated drawers on a molded apron and ball-and-claw feet
    height 38 inches, width 38 inches, depth 17 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: feet and back replaced

    Estimate: $400 - $800

  • Lot 528: English Inlaid Satinwood Table

    English Inlaid Satinwood Table
    serpentine-shaped top above an undulating frieze drawer on reeded and turned tapering legs joined by an X-form stretcher
    height 26 1/2 inches, top 12 1/2″ x 21″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 529: Continental Walnut and Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers

    Continental Walnut and Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers
    rounded rectangular top above a series of three long graduated drawers flanked by canted corners on bracket feet
    height 30 inches, width 30 inches, depth 17 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: Overall poor condition, sun fading, wear including stains to top, age cracks, and replaced hardware

    Estimate: $200 - $300

  • Lot 530: George III Mahogany Small Pembroke Table

    George III Mahogany Small Pembroke Table
    rectangular top drop leaves over a single drawer and chamfered square legs joined by an X-stretcher and ending in block feet, 18th to 19th Century
    height 27 1/2 inches, top 17 1/2″ x 20″, open top 33 1/2″ x 20″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 531: George I Walnut Library Armchair

    George I Walnut Library Armchair
    a canted rectangular back and trapezoidal seat covered in a lattice-woven silk on cabriole legs shell-carved knees and pad feet, paper label on back rail stating “Queen Anne armchair walnut upholstered seat and back on cabriole legs carved legs, England circa 1712”
    height 39 inches, width 24 inches, depth 22 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: One arm support repaired

    Estimate: $300 - $500

  • Lot 532: Assembled Set of Eight French Chairs

    Assembled Set of Eight French Chairs
    six side chairs and two armchairs, spindle backs and rush seats, not an exact matched set, French, antique
    Armchair 41″ high, 25″ wide.
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $500 - $1000

  • Lot 533: George IV Brass-Mounted and Satinwood-Inlaid Mahogany Small Sideboard

    George IV Brass-Mounted and Satinwood-Inlaid Mahogany Small Sideboard
    D-shaped top above a single frieze drawer flanked to either side by two short drawers on square tapering legs
    height 29 inches, top 20 1/2″ x 39″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $500 - $800

  • Lot 534: Pair of English Stained Elm Rush-Seated Side Chairs

    Pair of English Stained Elm Rush-Seated Side Chairs
    each a shaped crestrail and vasiform splat on block-and-turned legs joined by stretchers
    height 41 inches, width 19 1/2 inches, depth 18 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $150 - $250

  • Lot 535: Grain Painted Lift Top Blanket Chest

    Grain Painted Lift Top Blanket Chest
    having snipe hinges, one drawer, and set on bracket feet
    height 34 1/2 inches, top 18″ x 41 1/2″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 536: Six Parcel-Gilt and Black-Painted Fancy Chairs

    Six Parcel-Gilt and Black-Painted Fancy Chairs
    the tablet and turned top rail above a carved splat and rush seat on turned tapering legs joined by stretchers, as is
    height 33 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: surface wear and paint losses to decoration, some breaks and losses to the rush seats

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 537: Walnut Drop-Leaf Gate-Leg Table

    Walnut Drop-Leaf Gate-Leg Table
    the rectangular twin-flap top above one frieze drawer on block and baluster turned legs joined by similar stretchers, now having pine top with breadboard ends, base likely New England circa 1730
    height 27 1/2 inches, top 15″ x 53 1/2″, open 50″ x 53 1/2″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: The pine top is old replacement having breadboard ends

    Estimate: $400 - $800

  • Lot 538: Two English Windsor Arm Chairs

    Two English Windsor Arm Chairs
    each having a shaped crest rail pierced splat above spindle backs, shaped saddle seats, and turned supports joined by stretchers
    height 35 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III

    Estimate: $200 - $300

  • Lot 539: Mahogany Drop Leaf Pembroke Table

    Mahogany Drop Leaf Pembroke Table
    oval twin-flap top above a plain frieze drawer on square tapering legs, circa 1800
    height 29 inches, top 20″ x 30″, open 30″ x 34 1/2″
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $200 - $400

  • Lot 540: American Pine Blanket Chest

    American Pine Blanket Chest
    the six-board constructed case having a hinged top, molded edge and bootjack feet to the sides
    height 23 inches, length 44 inches, depth 16 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $150 - $250

  • Lot 541: George III Mahogany Washstand

    George III Mahogany Washstand
    later square top scalloped apron on four square legs joined by a medial section drawer and lower shaped X-stretcher
    height 32 3/4 inches, width 13 1/2 inches
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $300 - $500

  • Lot 542: Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Child’s Bowl and Plate

    Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Child’s Bowl and Plate
    each decorated seated squirrels among acorn leaves, presentation inscription under base, mark of Tiffany & Co.
    diameter 8 inches, total weight 19.4 troy ounces
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller
    Condition: Overall good condition; minor signs of use

    Estimate: $500 - $900

  • Lot 543: Edna Eicke (American 1919-1979)

    Edna Eicke (American 1919-1979)
    “Children on a Bridge”
    Gouache on paper depicting whimsical scene of children on a bridge watching a passing train, set in a fall landscape a country house.
    Signed lower left E.Eicke
    17″ x 12″ sight
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $3000 - $5000

  • Lot 543A: Joan Miro (Spanish 1893-1983)

    Joan Miro (Spanish 1893-1983)
    One plate from “La Bague d’ Aurore”, 1957
    Etching and aquatint in color on Rives BFK paper, edition 1/60
    Signed in pencil lower right Miro
    printed by Crommelynck, Paris, published by Louis Broder, Paris
    15″ x 11″ sheet
    Provenance: Property of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, from the Collection of Sandra Ferry Rockefeller

    Estimate: $2000 - $4000

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