88
Baroque Encoignure
Estimate €800–1.500
87
D. Maria I Commode (1777–1816)
Estimate €1.800–3.000
Description
In crossbanded rosewood.
Marquetry work in tulipwood, rosewood and boxwood depicting flowering branches.
Front legs adorned with gilt bronze mounts.
With two drawers with bronze pulls.
Top in lioz limestone.
Portugal, 18th/19th century
(signs of use, minor losses and defects)
86x118x61 cm
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