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In structurally sound condition and ready to place. With the expected scattered light nicks, marks and faint scratches. The veneers with scattered small patches and restorations, some areas with light overpainting, particularly along the lower edge of the frieze. With scattered shrinkage cracks, including two approximately 7 inch cracks to the top, stable. The legs with some scattered cracking. The mounts with typical rubbing, oxidation and light wear consistent with age. No key.
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Lot 281Sale 20533
PROBABLY DUTCH, CIRCA 1785A LATE LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED SATINWOOD, FRUITWOOD AND AMARANTH LIBRARY TABLEEstimate: USD 10,000 - 15,000
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