Lot 343 , A French gilt metal mounted kingwood serpentine vitrine, W.108cm D.36cm H.193cm

A French gilt metal mounted kingwood serpentine vitrine,
with Vernis Martin style decoration, scallop shell and rose crest over a single serpentine glazed door, on cabriole legs, the lower panels painted with lovers in a landscape and river scenes,
W.108cm D.36cm H.193cm
£600-800

Condition:
Looks to date to the mid to late 20th century, some even fading of the veneers with a few fine cracks and splits running throughout, one section of gilt metal applique is lifting away near the top left, further down another small section has broken away and is held in place with blue-tac, the door has the original lock and working key.

Sold for £1,000