Description:
Napoleon III Boulle-style Cabinet, third quarter 19th century, with black marble top, overall ormolu mounts, caryatids flanking two doors with convex panels, all resting on rounded feet and shaped apron with central arabesque plaque, ht. 42, wd. 49 1/2, dp. 16 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600
Right door with large vertical crack; left door with large horizontal crack and excessive lifting of the brass; other areas with scattered brasss lifting; trim off but present to door frame.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Napoleon IIIStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.