Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session I - July 14, 2023

Fri, Jul 14, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 528

Two North African Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Chests

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

likely 19th century with later hardware, each with extensive geometric inlay, taller 12-1/2 x 30 x 14-3/4 in.; smaller 10-1/2 x 22-1/4 x 10-1/4 in.

Condition

as noted, later hardware, both chests with scattered losses to inlay, scattered chips, old surface repairs, abrasions, shrinkages, and general wear from age and use; smaller chest with minor old insect damage (not active)

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