844
Empire Fauteuil
Estimate €1.000–2.000
843
A hunting table, D. João V (1707–1750)
Estimate €800–1.500
Description
Walnut.
Carved and gilded decoration.
Legs with knees and feet with carved decoration depicting foliage.
Cut-out and carved aprons with shell motifs and foliate designs.
Portugal, 18th century
(signs of wear, restorations, traces of xylophagous)
82x67.5x109 cm
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