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Sat, May 21, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 999

Fine Neoclassical Inlaid Mahogany Serpentine Chest

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

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 or possibly Norfolk, Virginia, 1790-1810, serpentine top with inlaid edges over four graduated serpentine drawers flanked by line, tassel, and shield inlaid canted corners, deeply shaped inlaid skirt and original feet, poplar, pine, ash, and spruce secondary, top drawer with divided interior with sliding lids, paneled back, 42-1/4 x 47 x 22-1/2 in.

Condition

in good condition overall, scattered minor foot repairs, with small patches and veneer distress, later riser to one rear foot, probably original brasses, top with some surface wear and repaired shrinkage crack