01-12-201801-12-2018
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3070BBoston
January 12, 2018 10:00 AMCalender
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French Provincial Fruitwood Cupboard

Sell one like this
$923$750
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 3070BLocation: BostonDate / Time: January 12, 2018 10:00AM

Description:

French Provincial Fruitwood Cupboard, 19th century, molded cornice over a frieze with diamond and anthemion vinework motifs, surmounting two paneled doors, two-shelf interior over lower case with two short drawers over two doors with a single interior shelf, serpentine apron and squat cabriole legs, ht. 86 7/8, wd. 53, dp. 21 3/4 in.
Estimate $600-800

Cornice is separate from top of cabinet and a separate base. Age-typical wear throughout with some scuffs and scratch marks, nicks, partiicularly on sides and where doors swing out. Doors do not stay closed, gapping. Some splits and gaps in wood. Interior with added later elements. See photos.


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