Large molded and carved oak chest with a rich décor of five cartouches in imitation leather, those on the front centered on corded medallions with musicians holding instruments, and those on the returns, with crowned heads, alternating with pilasters adorned with exotic figures in feet or terms, resting on four small feet.
The edges of the shelf, the entablature and the high plinth are adorned with friezes of shells or leaves, leafy branches and fruit, and a winged angel's head on an oblong cartouche background.
The front was formerly transformed to open with two leaves, currently blocked.
Partly composed of antique elements.
Renaissance style, 19th century.
H. 93.5 cm - Length: 151 cm - Depth: 77 cm.
Cracks, a few accidents, chips and missing parts.
Live Friday 19 January 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 261

Large molded and carved oak chest with a rich décor of five cartouches in imitation leather, those on the front centered on corded medallions with musicians holding instruments, and those on the returns, with crowned heads, alternating with pilasters adorned with exotic figures in feet or terms, resting on four small feet. The edges of the shelf, the entablature and the high plinth are adorned with friezes of shells or leaves, leafy branches and fruit, and a winged angel's head on an oblong cartouche background. The front was formerly transformed to open with two leaves, currently blocked. Partly composed of antique elements. Renaissance style, 19th century. H. 93.5 cm - Length: 151 cm - Depth: 77 cm. Cracks, a few accidents, chips and missing parts.

Estimate
€100 - €120
Result
€250
Buyer's premium
25%
Large molded and carved oak chest with a rich décor of five cartouches in imitation leather, those on the front centered on corded medallions with musicians holding instruments, and those on the returns, with crowned heads, alternating with pilasters adorned with exotic figures in feet or terms, resting on four small feet. The edges of the shelf, the entablature and the high plinth are adorned with friezes of shells or leaves, leafy branches and fruit, and a winged angel's head on an oblong cartouche background. The front was formerly transformed to open with two leaves, currently blocked. Partly composed of antique elements. Renaissance style, 19th century. H. 93.5 cm - Length: 151 cm - Depth: 77 cm. Cracks, a few accidents, chips and missing parts.
Sale Friday 19 January 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 6 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris