Chinoiserie-Decorated Chest on Frame
British, 18th century with restorations, japanned decoration on red ground, four dovetailed drawers with oak linings, figured walnut-veneered case sides and frame, shell-carved skirt and knees, drawers with early Prussian blue paper linings, 37 x 42 x 23 in.. Condition: brasses replaced, probably later frame (dark stain at underside), nail scars at underside of top, other scattered restorations, minor veneer chips and cracks with some color retouch, lower drawer bottom replaced, scattered wear, distress and some retouch to japanning. Notes: Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Collection of Chris C. Kliros, Atlanta, Georgia
Condition
brasses replaced, probably later frame (dark stain at underside), nail scars at underside of top, other scattered restorations, minor veneer chips and cracks with some color retouch, lower drawer bottom replaced, scattered wear, distress and some retouch to japanning