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George III Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Commode w/ Fitted Leather Writing Slide

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£10,579.75per item
€12,385.63per item
CA$19,550.65per item
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NOK 142,871.59per item
SEK 137,279.89per item
DKK 92,389.39per item
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About the Item

A fine Gillows, George III English mahogany serpentine dressing commode with shaped top surmounting a top drawer with green leather and gold leaf top drawer that pulls out to convert to a desk, enclosing a divided interior with four lidded compartments, and a small side drawer, above three further long graduated drawers on slender molded feet. Framed triple paneled chamfered backboards. The pattern of this chest conforms to a design for a dressing commode by Gillows of Lancaster made by Thomas Briscoe. Very good overall condition, with minor edge imperfections, minor surface scratches, refinished surface, and wear commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: 40 in H X 34 in W X 20.5 in D.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 34 in (86.36 cm)Depth: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa Late 18th-Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good overall condition, with minor edge imperfections, minor surface scratches, refinished surface, and wear and imperfections commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 86421stDibs: LU933927835992

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