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Lot 138

A FRENCH BOULLE DROP FRONT BUREAU*
LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Of typical design, the gallery edge top, above a drop-down bureau enclosing a fitted interior of three drawers and slide compartment, above an apron, supported on four serpentine legs with figurative ormolu mounts
93.5cm high, 79cm wide, 49cm deep

Estimate $1,800 - $2,500

Sold for $1,900

AMENDED CONDITION REPORT

In good overall condition, with repairs and restoration to cut brass and tortoiseshell, signs of old borer to underside, subtle bending to gallery edge .
wear to velvet lined interior.
Small losses to lacquer visible in places.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


Please note that all lots marked with the symbol * are subject to CITES regulations when exporting these items outside of Australia. Information about these regulations may be found at www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/trade-use/cites/index.html or may be requested from:


The Director
International Wildlife Trade
Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities
GPO Box 787
CANBERRA ACT 2601

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8427
6:00pm - 18 October 2021
Online

VIEWING
Viewing Virtually:
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 October, 10am - 4pm
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* Please note all collections for this auction will be from 4 University Place, Clayton VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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