Lot 266
CIRCA 1940
Decorated throughout with the remarkable Sadeli marquetry technique. The desk raised upon two pedestals, one having four drawers, the other with a single drawer above a cupboard space
(PLEASE NOTE THIS HEAVY ITEM MUST BE REMOVED BY CLIENTS OR CARRIERS AT THE CUSTOMERS EXPENSE. LEONARD JOEL STAFF CANNOT ASSIST CARRYING THIS ITEM)
79cm x 179cm x 90cm
Estimate $4,000 - $6,000
Minor losses and repairs to mother of pearl and wood inlay overall, particularly on corners and to table top. Light staining and some water damage in places. Locks to doors later added with associated repair and losses, there is diffilcuty locking the doors. One significant loss under knee hole- one slither of wood has broken off, the piece is with us and can be repaired.
The desk separates- the top, two pedestals and privacy panel at rear all separate- scratches and wear consistent with the separation of these pieces.
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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.
Decorative Arts
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8361
6:30pm - 22 June 2020
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141
VIEWING
Wednesday 17 June, 9-8pm (limited numbers in room)
Thursday 18 June, strictly by appointment
Friday 19 June, strictly by appointment
Saturday 20 June, 10am-4pm (limited numbers in room)
Sunday 21 June, strictly by appointment
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au
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