18th Jan, 2020 9:30 GMT/BST
Sold for £1,300
Estimated at £500 - £700
Very minor damage to the return of the crenellated cornice (back corners). Old minor damage to one leaf at front. Door to central cupboard missing a single piece of mother of pearl inlay, three pieces of mother of pearl inlay possibly later. Sides - left side with one piece of mother of pearl missing (lower back above foot). Several cuff marks and dents, very tiny losses to the feet typical of a piece of this age. Ring marks to top.
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Auction: The Dexter Collection of Ottoman, Islamic and Indian Interiors, 18th Jan, 2020
The Dexter Collection of Ottoman, Islamic and Indian Interiors
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