01-11-201401-11-2014
Skinner Auctions
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January 11, 2014 10:00 AMCalender
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Three Wedgwood and Brass Mounted Calamander Veneer Desk Items

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$554$450
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2698BLocation: BostonDate / Time: January 11, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Three Wedgwood and Brass Mounted Calamander Veneer Desk Items, England, late 19th century, each inset with light blue medallions with applied white classical figures in relief, a dome-top letter box, lg. 9 1/4; blotter, 8 1/4 x 11 1/4; and an inkstand, lg. 13 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-700

Box: Veneer split across top; slight 1/4" veneer loss along edge; scuff mark to side. Interior gutted and relined.
Blotter: Each corner with chip; split running across middle.
Inkstand: Glass inkwell a likely replacement and with a modern stopper; chipping surrounding edges of well holding inkwell; does not sit flat on all four feet.


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