A PAIR OF GERMAN GILT-METAL MOUNTED EBONY AND IVORY MARQUETRY SNAKEWOOD AND WALNUT CABINETS
A PAIR OF GERMAN GILT-METAL MOUNTED EBONY AND IVORY MARQUETRY SNAKEWOOD AND WALNUT CABINETS
PROBABLY AUGSBURG, FIRST HALF 17TH CENTURY
Each of architectural form and decorated overall in contre and premier partie respectively, with engraved ivory figural and foliate arabesque panels, surmounted by an octagonal tower fronted by a figure of a King flanked by troubadors, over a spreading entablature flanked by galleries, enclosing various hidden compartments, above a central panel door with rusticated arch enclosing a flower-filled urn opening to a large recess and flanked by a pilaster concealing seven secret drawers to each side and four further short drawers, above a central freize drawer and breakfront apron, with handles to each side, on four bun feet; restorations to the veneers
42 in. (107 cm.) high; 38 ¼ in. (97 cm.) wide; 19 ½ in. (50 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.
Specified lots are being stored at Crozier Park Royal (details below) or will be removed from Christie’s, 8 King Street, London, SW1Y 6QT by 5.00pm on the day of the sale. Christie’s will inform you if the lot has been sent offsite. If the lot is at has been transferred to Crozier Park Royal, it 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 Email: cscollectionsuk@christies.com. If the lot remains at Christie’s, 8 King Street, it will be available for collection on any working day (not weekends) from 9.00am to 5.00pm
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A PAIR OF GERMAN GILT-METAL MOUNTED EBONY AND IVORY MARQUETRY SNAKEWOOD AND WALNUT CABINETS
PROBABLY AUGSBURG, FIRST HALF 17TH CENTURY
Each of architectural form and decorated overall in contre and premier partie respectively, with engraved ivory figural and foliate arabesque panels, surmounted by an octagonal tower fronted by a figure of a King flanked by troubadors, over a spreading entablature flanked by galleries, enclosing various hidden compartments, above a central panel door with rusticated arch enclosing a flower-filled urn opening to a large recess and flanked by a pilaster concealing seven secret drawers to each side and four further short drawers, above a central freize drawer and breakfront apron, with handles to each side, on four bun feet; restorations to the veneers
42 in. (107 cm.) high; 38 ¼ in. (97 cm.) wide; 19 ½ in. (50 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.
Specified lots are being stored at Crozier Park Royal (details below) or will be removed from Christie’s, 8 King Street, London, SW1Y 6QT by 5.00pm on the day of the sale. Christie’s will inform you if the lot has been sent offsite. If the lot is at has been transferred to Crozier Park Royal, it 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 Email: cscollectionsuk@christies.com. If the lot remains at Christie’s, 8 King Street, it will be available for collection on any working day (not weekends) from 9.00am to 5.00pm
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