Lot 326 , A George III mahogany and rosewood banded serpentine fronted chest, W. 3ft 7in. D. 1ft 10in. H. 2ft 11in.

A George III mahogany and rosewood banded serpentine fronted chest, fitted brushing slide and four graduated long drawers, W. 3ft 7in. D. 1ft 10in. H. 2ft 11in.
Estimate £600-900

Probably restored 10-20 years ago and now in need of some attention to a number of small faults.
Good rich red/brown colour.
Top with old minor stains and more recent surface scuffing and scratches.
Slide is plain wood and scuffed with some seperation at the joins.
A small piece of veneer missing just above the top drawer.
Top drawer has a split in the veneer to the left of the lock which is just starting to lift. Escutcheon is missing.
All handles and locks look original but no key.
All of the drawer fronts have some small fine splits in the veneers.
Dents and knocks to the feet commensurate with age and use.


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Sold for £2,400