An 18th century Flemish ebonised collectors cabinet, with pierced and engraved hinges and lock mounts to the doors opening to reveal eleven various drawers within, decorated overall with classical figures and cherubs, all on an associated stand with bobbin turned legs
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Dimensions: 29cm wide x 42cm deep x 116cm high
Sold for £320
Estimated at £300 - £500
An 18th century Flemish ebonised collectors cabinet, with pierced and engraved hinges and lock mounts to the doors opening to reveal eleven various drawers within, decorated overall with classical figures and cherubs, all on an associated stand with bobbin turned legs
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Dimensions: 29cm wide x 42cm deep x 116cm high
Minor marks, dents and scratches overall due to age and use. Wear to the paintwork and the figures possibly in need of some cleaning. Some signs of old restoration. Some slight damage to the surface, particularly within the left hand door associated with a vertical split. The handles replaced. The base much later. Some very old and minor signs of woodworm.
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Auction: The House & Garden Sale, 16th Oct, 2023
To include a group of Ashmolean Museum collectors chests,
a selection of Blenheim Palace cast iron radiators from the Duke's private apartments,
and decorative furniture, paintings, works of art, fine wines & spirits, and garden ornament.
For sale enquiries please contact:
abingdon@mallams.co.uk
01235 462 840
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