A mahogany chest, parts 18th century | Christie's

Sale 7899

CARPETS, DECORATIVE OBJECTS AND FURNITURE

London, South Kensington

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25 February 1998

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Lot 311

A mahogany chest, parts 18th century

Price realised

GBP 1,495

Estimate

GBP 500 - GBP 800

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A mahogany chest, parts 18th century
the rectangular top above two short and four long graduated drawers, on shaped bracket feet -- 33in. (84cm.) wide
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