Pair of Napoleon III Ebonized Parlor Cabinets
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Pair of Napoleon III Porcelain-Mounted Ebonized Parlor Cabinets
mid-19th century, each with a rectangular top with projecting corners within an ormolu band, above a case fitted with a single door, richly ornamented with ormolu mounts and millwork, and porcelain plaques in the Sevres style, raised on block feet.
h. 45", w. 36-1/2", d. 16"
Provenance: Estate of Anthony and Mary Ann Valentino, New Orleans, Louisiana.
mid-19th century, each with a rectangular top with projecting corners within an ormolu band, above a case fitted with a single door, richly ornamented with ormolu mounts and millwork, and porcelain plaques in the Sevres style, raised on block feet.
h. 45", w. 36-1/2", d. 16"
Provenance: Estate of Anthony and Mary Ann Valentino, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Condition
In as found condition. Both are missing large sections of brass stringing on their sides and doors; other stringing losses to the bases. The porcelain plaques appear in fine condition. The top of one cabinet has been repainted. Both are lacking their keyhole covers. The bronze mounts are slightly tarnished. All consistent with age and use.
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Pair of Napoleon III Ebonized Parlor Cabinets
Estimate $1,400 - $1,800
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