Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Day 1: Continental, Jewelry & Silver

Fri, Jul 8, 2016 01:00PM EDT - Sat, Jul 9, 2016 01:00PM EDT
Lot 106

Rare Portuguese Baroque Rosewood

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

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Contador probably 18th century, set with three dovetailed drawers, the sides and back with false drawer facings, gadrooned moldings and elaborately turned base, original brass escutcheons, rich old patinated surface with traces of ebonizing, 20-1/4 x 22 x 17 in.. Condition: generally good condition, scattered losses and repairs at moldings and feet, minor break at one stretcher, unusual leg construction (appears to be a joint below uppermost turning) likely as made, patch and repair to block above one foot. Notes: ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object.; 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: Private Virginia Collection

Condition

generally good condition, scattered losses and repairs at moldings and feet, minor break at one stretcher, unusual leg construction (appears to be a joint below uppermost turning) likely as made, patch and repair to block above one foot

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