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Lot 783

George III Mahogany and Leather Folding Library Steps

Estimate: $500 - $700

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/early 19th century, folding mahogany form with leather lined steps and padded seat, 23-1/4 x 19 x 30 in., open height 47 in.

Provenance: Val Jacobsen Antiques, 1988; bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hennage; Property Deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation from the Joseph and June Hennage Collection; all proceeds to benefit the Joseph and June Hennage Collection Acquisition Fund

Condition

good condition overall, modern leather, later supports added under steps

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