STAIR
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Mid-Week at STAIR - Day 1- June 21, 2023

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 10:00AM EDT
Lot 57

George III Mahogany and Parcel-Gilt Slant-Front Bureau Bookcase

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Sold for

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

In two parts. With giltwood hoho bird finial.

8 ft. 9 in. x 4 ft. 4 in. 25 3/4 in. (including finial).

Condition

The hoho bird might be a later addition. One wing of hoho bird has been broken off and repaired, although it is contemporary to the bureau bookcase. The upper part missing its back, modified for electronics. With black corrugated material lining the interior. Top doors missing their locks, and lined with patterned wallpaper. Replaced 'antiqued' mirror plates. Areas of age cracks and replaced veneer, including one piece approx. 4 x 1 in. on left side by upper door hinge. The lower part with replaced leather writing surface to the slant front. Scattered stains to the interior. Vertical splits to the back, some visible through the cubby holes. Filled vertical age cracks and veneer replacements to the two sides. Seam separations between the planks that make up the drawer bottoms, some previously filled. Replaced brasses.  Refinished. A useful piece for hiding electronics.

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.

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