September Premier Auction: Day 1
Fri, Sep 15, 2017 02:00PM EDT - Sat, Sep 16, 2017 02:00PM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 168
Adam Style Satinwood Commode
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
British, 19th century, based on the design by Robert Adam for a commode made for the Countess of Derby in 1774, with hand painted ornament in the Grecian style overall, finely painted top with carved and gilt wood molding over a painted frieze set with carved urn medallions, the case with three painted doors, finely carved, gessoed and gilt wood moldings, medallions, rams heads and bellflower streamers, 39-1/2 x 61 x 25-3/4 in.
Notes: This lot is accompanied by extensive correspondence between an early owner of the commode and various institutions, dealers and other experts regarding the possible attribution to Robert Adam.
Condition
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