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An Indo-Portuguese cabinet, 17th century


Estimate

45.000 - 65.000


Session

4 June 2012



Description

An Indo-Portuguese teak, sissoo and ivory cabinet on stand. Cabinet with ten drawers simulating twelve; front, top and sides depicting inlaid decoration of islamic inspiration with geometric motifs: intersecting circles, losanges,stars and ivory pins. Stand with one long and two short drawers, supported by legs carved as Nagas above framed socles. Yellow metal tacks and pierced mounts.
17th century
88x46x130cm


Category

Furniture



Closed Auction