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537 - Mainz writing cabinet, circa 1720–30, walnut, bog oak, burl maple veneer on softwood, solid linden and walnut, three-section cabinet; the pedestal-like base features rich carved decoration and stands on claw feet; the central section, concave on all sides, contains two tiers of drawers and a desk compartment above with inlaid scrollwork, with 6 interior drawers and 1 open compartment; the architecturally richly structured upper section features numerous drawers, some of which are concealed, as well as side columns that swing into recesses, thereby revealing additional drawers, the top features a built-in mirror and a later-added clock, as well as a stylized metal globe; the veneered surfaces are divided into rectangular sections; HxWxD: 247/111/89 cm. Marriage/original base added, restored; upholstery on the writing flap, as well as leather upholstery and mirror, added; wallpaper lining; original brass knobs and locks. An appraisal dated September 20, 2011, is available. Lace trims included separately; isolated instances of minimal chipping on the molding and veneer.
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€3,600 - 7,200Sale fees
Mainz writing cabinet, circa 1720–30, walnut, bog oak, burl maple veneer on softwood, solid linden and walnut, three-section cabinet; the pedestal-like base features rich carved decoration and stands on claw feet; the central section, concave on all sides, contains two tiers of drawers and a desk compartment above with inlaid scrollwork, with 6 interior drawers and 1 open compartment; the architecturally richly structured upper section features numerous drawers, some of which are concealed, as well as side columns that swing into recesses, thereby revealing additional drawers, the top features a built-in mirror and a later-added clock, as well as a stylized metal globe; the veneered surfaces are divided into rectangular sections; HxWxD: 247/111/89 cm. Marriage/original base added, restored; upholstery on the writing flap, as well as leather upholstery and mirror, added; wallpaper lining; original brass knobs and locks. An appraisal dated September 20, 2011, is available. Lace trims included separately; isolated instances of minimal chipping on the molding and veneer.
Auction details
Auction 94: Art | Antiques | DesignAuction house
Yves Siebers Auktionen +49 7 11 38 08 481 info@siebers-auktionen.deDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.