It's been a bit quiet on the online auction front with respect to high-caliber pieces up for sale. I've been scouring for some to blog about and I'm finding a bunch of false, wishful, attributions. Here's a Rosewood Center Table attributed to Meeks by the seller. The carvings are very high quality with smoothed edges on the c-scrolls and sections where it is pierced through. Dimensions are 30" tall 48" long 30" deep. Expected bidding range is a nebulous $5-$75,000 and starting price is $2,500. Bidding ends March 10th. You can view more pictures and the listing details here.
eBay Antiques No. 037
Meeks Rosewood Center Table
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