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Old World New York: A Collection from the Dakota

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 11:00AM EST
Lot 305

Fine Aesthetic Movement Ebonized and Various Woods Marquetry and Parcel-Gilt Portfolio Cabinet with Painted Panels of Muses Calliope and Terpsichore,

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
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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

The overhanging top above four frieze drawers, above two glazed doors enclosing sliding baize-lined shelves, flanked by a pair of painted doors fitted with shelves, raised on feet which have been cut down. Stamped 'Herter Bros'., marked in pencil 'N169 Mills' on reverse.

42 1/4 x 8 ft. 9 in. x 34 in.

Note: This is one of a pair commissioned for the Darius Ogden Mills residence 'Happy House', Millbrae, California.

Condition

Generally in good overall condition with nicks, gouges and scuffing to the top. The feet have been cut down. Expected wear throughout. Fine quality, grand scale, structurally sound. Two keys.Not withstanding 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.