
842
Renaissance chest
Estimate €1.000–2.000
841
Estimate €2.000–4.000
In rosewood.
Turned legs and stretchers.
Rectangular-format case with four drawers with escutcheons in cut and pierced metal.
Top with ebony-inlaid border.
Portugal, 17th century.
(signs of use, minor losses, defects and restorations)
77x189.5x95 cm
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