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TWO ARCHITECTURAL TREASURES FROM THE 1735 VAN WYCK HOUSE AT LLOYD’S HARBOR, NEW YORK

Tom Campbell, owner of Old Wood Workshop in Pomfret, is known all over the globe for his expertise in antique wood in general and vintage flooring in particular. In 2019, Campbell got an email from the owner of the Van Wyck House in Lloyd Harbor, Long Island, New York,straight across the Sound from Stamford.The house, which was originally built by Captain Van Wyck in 1735, was being sold to a new owner who planned to tear it down and replace it with a modern home. The present owner thought that Campbell might find some woodwork worth savingbefore the buildingwas razed. During four days at the Van Wyck House, Campbell found several treasures, including a large over-mantle, a beautiful built-in corner cupboard and a pantry.

The over-mantle, c. 1735, was from the Van Wyck House parlor. It measures approximately 8’ wide by 92” tall. It was difficult to extract but didn’t suffer any major damage. A few minor repairs may be needed. The crown molding didn’t survive but can be custom made from a sample piece Campbell has saved. The unit has two “tombstone” matching door pairs with tiny cast-butt shingles. There are shelf units behind the door which could be removed or modified. Campbell is offering the over-mantle for sale for $2,500.

Campbell was also able to recover an early, built- in corner cupboard, also c.1735, from the Van Wyck House dining room.“The corner cupboard is a fantastic example of the craftsmanship of this era. I’m glad we were able to save it,” remarks Campbell. The face measures approximately 58” wide and 7’8” tall and would need to be built into a corner with ample space. The glass doors are original and measure 32” across and are 60” tall. There are 5 shelves with “lollipops” intact, and a beautiful sun burst pattern made from curved wood pieces (not plaster). It features a ‘tomb stone’ sliding bottom door. Campbell is offering the cupboard for sale for $12,500.

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