Lot Details
Lot 187
George I Walnut and Burl Walnut Bureau Bookcase
In two parts, the upper section with arched molded cornice and three gilt finials, above two panel inset doors, resting on the lower section having a slant front writing lid opening to reveal a fitted interior with central panel door and an arrangement of drawers and pigeonholes, over three short and two full drawers, raised on bracket feet. Height 7 feet 10 inches (2.39 m), width 39 1/2 inches (1.00 m), depth 22 1/2 inches (57 cm).
The Estate of Fabio Silva
Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
Sold for $17,925 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
I did not date because it has substantial restoration & replacement
Do not buy if you are looking for totally period
this piece has had substantial re-working
possibly re-veneered/re-worked
new bracket feet
possibly an assembled piece
but as a style piece it is good color & stylish
small amount of wear & tear
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. 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.
Do not buy if you are looking for totally period
this piece has had substantial re-working
possibly re-veneered/re-worked
new bracket feet
possibly an assembled piece
but as a style piece it is good color & stylish
small amount of wear & tear
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. 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.
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