Premier Auction - Session I - February 3, 2023
Fri, Feb 3, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 466
George III Figured Mahogany Inlaid Five Drawer Chest
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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, late 18th century, molded top over pull out brush slide over five dovetailed drawers with oak linings flanked by fluted quarter columns with inlaid supports, rich reddish brown color, 36 x 46-1/2 x 21-1/4 in.
Provenance: The Important Private Collection of a Rocky Mountain Couple
Condition
restorations to feet, later color at underside, part of one side facing off but present, backboards reset (later paint at back), does not appear to be the base of a chest on chest, but top not removed for exam, appears to retain original brasses, typical scattered repairs to drawer beading, and at lock catches, some minor warping and shrinkage separations
