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A Directoire Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany and Marble-Top Commode
Estimate: $1,000-$1,500
Sold
$700
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
A Directoire Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany and Marble-Top Commode
Late 18th Century
Height 34 1/4 x width 43 1/4 x depth 21 3/4 inches.
Property from the Estate of Armene Lamson Milliken
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Overall sturdy condition. The marble top is intact with some discoloration and a spot of adhesive residue. The gallery is bent. Mounts at the top of each foot are bent, dented, and not securely mounted. Several age splits running the vertical length of either side of the case. The top drawer lacking its escutcheon and with a cloudy finish to the drawer front. Locks have been replaced and there are old filled holes from old hardware. One of the bails is detached, but present. There is no key. Additional images are available upon request.