STAIR
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Fine European Furniture, Decorations and Fine Art

Thu, Apr 21, 2022 11:00AM EDT
Lot 131

German Baroque Gilt-Metal-Mounted Walnut and Mahogany Parquetry Slant-Front Secretary

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Sold for

Bid Increments

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$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; the adapted upper section with a scrolled pediment centered by a later pinecone finial, above a pair of mirrored cabinet doors opening to a fitted interior with cubbyholes, above the lower section with a slant-front writing surface, one shelf and six short drawers, over one short drawer flanked by faux drawer fronts which support the slant-front top and have two short drawers, over three long drawers with an indented shallow niche, raised on flat bun feet. Fitted with a partial old shipping label from Wein on the reverse.

6 ft. 7 1/2 in. x 40 1/4 x 25 in. 

Condition

In good conserved condition with minor veneer lifting, age splits, small patches and molding replacements throughout. Minor oxidation to the mirror plates. A later keyhole escutcheon on the lower drawer. Feet of later date, and top adapted. Structurally sound, nice quality.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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