Louis XIV-style Ormolu-mounted Boullework Lacquered Cabinet

Description:

Louis XIV-style Ormolu-mounted Boullework Lacquered Cabinet, France, late 19th/early 20th century, marble top, the front with classical figures emblematic of grape and grain harvest set amidst cut brass arabesque scrolls inlaid on a shell ground, two doors with ormolu hinges, interior fitted with a shelf, sides with masks of bearded men, base set on turned feet, ht. 46 3/4, wd. 51 1/2, dp. 20 in.

Phillip Thomas; China Seas
Estimate $3,000-5,000

A few scattered areas of shell lose, a few areas of lifted inlay. Age typical wear and minor defects. Bottom crest broken through and repaired.


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