Dutch Marquetry and Fruitwood Armoire

Description:

Dutch Marquetry and Fruitwood Armoire, 18th century, molded and crested pediment centered by a rocaille-style corbel, above a pair of doors finely inlaid with urns of flowers, birds, horses, all below a depiction of St. George and the Dragon, raised on a serpentine case with three rows of drawers, each side flanked by hinged doors which open to reveal four interior drawers, all inlaid with birds and flowers, canted corners with masks and flowers, each side with an oval and octagonal panel of birds and flowers, ht. 97, wd. 75, dp. 25 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Some signs of wear consistent with age and use; including some scuffs, small nicks, minor lifting or separating on inlay or surfaces, splits in wood, losses to moulding left side where upper section meets lower section and some evidence of repair.


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