Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

The Estate of Peter H. Tillou | Day 1

Thu, Sep 29, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 89

Gothic Style Ebonized Folding Library Steps

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

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

19th/20th century, helmet carved finials above a relief carved shield form rotating shelf or step, shield with carved rampant lion and rabbit verso, fine brass mounts, rope twist carved rear stretchers, carved paw feet, dark stained hardwood throughout, 66 x 22 x 25-1/2 in. (open)

Provenance: The Estate of Peter H. Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut

Condition

very good condition, minor chips at helmet carvings, some distress at brass mounts

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