British & Continental | March 11, 2025
Tue, Mar 11, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 122
Rare Early Carved Miniature Lift Top Chest with Drawer
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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 |
probably English, first half 18th century, in fine old surface, hinge lid with open interior single drawer and turned feet the surface with relief carving depicting birds and thistles, with the initials "AT", original turned feet, 13 x 23-1/2 x 12-1/2 in.
Provenance: Leigh Keno Auctions. The catalog entry indicates the secondary wood is red pine by microanalysis; Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection
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Leigh Keno Auctions. The catalog entry indicates the secondary wood is red pine by microanalysis; Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection
good condition overall, hinges are old replacements, some shrinkage and warping to lid with minor loss at one corner, old patch at one case side, old holes and minor pest damage at backboard
