Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Day 2: American & European Decorative Arts

Sat, Nov 19, 2016 09:00AM EST - Sun, Nov 20, 2016 09:00AM EST
Lot 700

George I Oyster-Veneered Kneehole

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

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
Bureau British, circa 1700, rosewood sides and central door, top with oyster veneers and shield-inset corners, nine dovetailed drawers with oak linings and probably original engraved brasses, central door opening to shelved interior, set on straight bracket feet, inlaid case sides with star-shaped inlaid panels, 29-1/2 x 37-3/4 x 25-1/2 in.. Notes: •This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object.. Provenance: Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina

Condition

good condition overall, top with some fading and typical cracks, warping and veneer repairs, probably original brasses, central door warped and lacking pull, bracket feet largely restored (some elements original)