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The Fortress : 500 Years of Furniture and Decorative Arts

Thu, Feb 26, 2026 10:00AM EST
  2026-02-26 10:00:00 2026-02-26 10:00:00 America/New_York STAIR STAIR : The Fortress : 500 Years of Furniture and Decorative Arts https://bid.stairgalleries.com/auctions/stair-galleries/the-fortress-500-years-of-furniture-and-decorative-arts-22052
For over two decades, The Fortress has served as both a home and haven to Antonie Reinhard and the late Maurice Margules. Located in Troy, New York, this nationally recognized, historic property, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013, holds significance both architecturally and for the exceptional collection it houses.
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Lot 164

Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Stool with Grotesque Masks

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Starting Bid
$1,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

18 1/2 x 25 x 19 in.

Condition

In good overall condition. Splits and losses to the leather top with losses to the trim. Evidence of old worming with some age splits, nicks and a few losses predominantly to the feet. One old repair to a leg and the stretcher where they intersect. Structurally sound. 

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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COLLECTION FROM STAIR: We suggest requesting a quote for packing and shipping prior to bidding on an item, as you will be responsible for collection or shipping if you are the successful bidder. We are open for pickups Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 12pm and again from 1pm to 4:30pm. Please call us at 518.751.1000 to schedule collection. We ask that you collect your items or make collection arrangements within 10 days of your purchase. Below is a list of shippers our clients use on a regular basis, but feel free to use your shipper of choice. For smaller items that can be boxed and shipped: UPS Store #4541 230 Kings Mall Court Kingston, New York 12401 T: 845.336.4877 F: 845.336.3832 E: store4541@theupsstore.com UPS Store #5539 160 Fairview Avenue Hudson, New York 12534 T: 518.828.8777 F: 518.822.8727 E: store5539@theupsstore.com UPS Store #4861 6565 Springbrook Avenue Rhinebeck, New York 12572 T: 845.876.3357 F: 845.876.3524 E: store4861@theupsstore.com For furniture and other large items: Meticulous Inc. T: 845.256.7047 F: 845.256.7039 E: meticulousmovers@live.com Sure Express 1-800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com Worldwide Shipping: James Bourlet, Inc. T: 718.392.9770 F: 718.392.2470 www.bourlet.org Cadogan Tate Fine Art Worldwide Fine Art Logistics T: 718.706.7999 F: 718.707.2847 E: fineartny@cadogantate.com www.cadogantate.com. When arranging collection with your shipper, please ask them to email BOL@stairgalleries.com to submit a Bill of Lading and request a pickup time 48-hours in advance.

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Property from The Fortress in Troy, NY.