Sale 6106
London
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12 May 1999
Price realised
GBP 2,990
Estimate
An oak vestment cupboard Designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott for Christchurch College Cathedral, Oxford, 1860s Twin doored with wrought-iron drop handle, lock plate and elaborate hinges, panelled front and sides with castellated cornice above, the interior with three fitted oak shelves 60in. (152.5cm.) high; 45in. (115cm.) maximum width; 19in. (49cm.) deep
Provenance
Formerly in Christchurch College Cathedral, Oxford.
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