Lot 331 , A 19th century French Louis XVI style ormolu mounted ebonised side cabinet, W.134cm D.46cm H.122cm

A 19th century French Louis XVI style ormolu mounted ebonised side cabinet, W.134cm D.46cm H.122cm

A 19th century French Louis XVI style ormolu mounted ebonised side cabinet, with breakfront rouge marble top, finely pierced ormolu, putto, bird and scroll frieze and central panelled door, decorated with figures, birds and peacocks in a chinoiserie landscape, raised on toupie feet, W.134cm D.46cm H.122cm
£800-1,200

Condition:
Overall in honest untouced condition, top looks to be original, has some small chips and nibbles away from the corners and back edge, rubbing to much of the ormolu particularly the raised extremities, small losses to the scrollwork on the friezes at both sides, main panelled door has vertical splits and losses to the background and decoration, has original lock and working key, and encloses a single shelf and mahogany lined interior, ormolu faded throughout to a dull matted finish but overall a handsome piece.

Sold for £1,700