Sold for $1,500

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

A Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Bureau Plat

Late 19th/Early 20th Century

Height 30 x width 56 x depth 30 inches.

Property from the Estate of Henri E. Nelson, Chicago, Illinois

Condition Report

Sturdy, fine condition overall., needing minor cosmetic repair. Drawers (only on one side) open and close with some difficulty due to expansion. The top with wear from use to the leather surface (probably original). The top also with some spots of discoloration from moisture; the legs with similar spots. Several small veneer chips to bottom of of apron on each of the short sides. Bronze mounts all present but with slightly dirty patina. Heat scar on one side of the top's veneer.

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