Lot 5431 - ibid154 Works of Art, Decorative Arts & European Ceramics - online only - Tuesday, 23. September 2025, 9.30 AM
BUREAU CABINET WITH TABERNACLE TOP
Baroque, Switzerland, 18th century.
Walnut, burlwood and maple burl as well as plum inlaid in the form of rectangular reserves and scrollwork. Rectangular body on a straight frame and flattened feet. Tabernacle upper section with double-curved front, 12 drawers and a central door. The writing top with an inclined, hinged writing surface, opening onto a compartment and five drawers (later). Commode lower section with double-curved front and four drawers. Later bronze mounts. 2 keys.
130 × 73 (92) × 215 cm.
Provenance:
Conditionreport:
- various restorations and supplements to the veneer<br>- cracks and losses<br>- lower section and upper section possibly combined later CHF 600 / 800 | (€ 620 / 820)
Sold for CHF 813 (including buyer's premium)