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Important chair, D. Maria I (1777–1816)
Estimate €20.000–40.000
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Indo-Portuguese contador with stand
Estimate €18.000–30.000
Description
In teak, sisso and ivory.
Profuse inlaid decoration depicting stylised vegetal motifs.
Legs with carved decoration depicting Nagas.
Stand with one drawer simulating two and contador with eight drawers simulating nine.
Keyhole escutcheons, handles, hardware and side handles in pierced brass.
17th century (2nd half)
(restorations and signs of use)
108x85x46 cm
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