Sale 5331
London, South Kensington
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11 April 2008
Price realised
GBP 2,750
Estimate
A PORTUGUESE INLAID CHEST, CEYLON, 18TH CENTURY Of rectangular form, with geometric inlaid wood design to top, brass handles to either side, the front opening down to reveal nine drawers with ivory knobs - 14 1/4in (36.2cm) wide
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