A GEORGE III GILT-BRASS-MOUNTED INDIAN ROSEWOOD, KINGWOOD, TULIPWOOD AND AMBOYNA COMMODE
A GEORGE III GILT-BRASS-MOUNTED INDIAN ROSEWOOD, KINGWOOD, TULIPWOOD AND AMBOYNA COMMODE
CIRCA 1760, IN THE MANNER OF JOHN COBB AND PIERRE LANGLOIS
Of bombé form, the quarter-veneered top centred by a burr-maple-inlaid oval, above three graduated drawers simulated as pairs of drawers, the angles headed by pierced rockwork, C-scroll and foliage mounts, the sides with matching veneers, on splayed feet and sabots
32 ½ in. (82 cm.) high; 37 ¾ in. (96 cm.) wide; 19 ½ in. (49.5 cm.) deep
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Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
All lots will be stored at Crozier Park Royal and will be available for collection from 12.00pm on the second business day following the sale. Please call Christie’s Client Service 24 hours in advance to book a collection time at Crozier Park Royal. All collections from Crozier Park Royal will be by pre-booked appointment only. Tel: +44 (0)20 7839 9060 I Email: cscollectionsuk@christies.com.
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A GEORGE III GILT-BRASS-MOUNTED INDIAN ROSEWOOD, KINGWOOD, TULIPWOOD AND AMBOYNA COMMODE
CIRCA 1760, IN THE MANNER OF JOHN COBB AND PIERRE LANGLOIS
Of bombé form, the quarter-veneered top centred by a burr-maple-inlaid oval, above three graduated drawers simulated as pairs of drawers, the angles headed by pierced rockwork, C-scroll and foliage mounts, the sides with matching veneers, on splayed feet and sabots
32 ½ in. (82 cm.) high; 37 ¾ in. (96 cm.) wide; 19 ½ in. (49.5 cm.) deep
Provenance
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
All lots will be stored at Crozier Park Royal and will be available for collection from 12.00pm on the second business day following the sale. Please call Christie’s Client Service 24 hours in advance to book a collection time at Crozier Park Royal. All collections from Crozier Park Royal will be by pre-booked appointment only. Tel: +44 (0)20 7839 9060 I Email: cscollectionsuk@christies.com.
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