A GEORGE III POLYCHROME-PAINTED, TULIPWOOD AND KINGWOOD-CROSSBANDED SATINWOOD BOWFRONT DRESSING-CHEST

The fitted top drawer of this elegant dressing-chest, with its sliding easel mirror, fitted compartments and concealed side drawer with writing-compartments, can be directly related to a design by Thomas Shearer, circa 1788, published in his Cabinet-Maker's London Book of Prices (G. Wills, English Furniture 1760-1900, London, 1971, p. 129, fig. 101).

Special Notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
This lot will be removed to an off-site warehouse at the close of business on the day of sale - 2 weeks free storage