The Gentleman's Collection
Lot 102:
Description
Mission style display cabinet or bookcase constructed from quarter-sawn oak, featuring prominent medullary ray graining. The single-piece unit is designed with three-sided glazing, including glass panels on the left and right sides and a central glass-paneled door. The interior is fitted with three full-width oak shelves set into grooves, providing four levels of storage. The cabinet features pegged tenon joinery at the top corners and a flat top with a short rear gallery. A single brass escutcheon with a keyhole is mounted to the center door. The back is constructed of horizontal wood panels with a dark-stained finish. A small metal ring pull is present on the top rear edge. Unsigned. 46″ H x 43 1/2″ W x 15″ D.
Condition report:
The top surface exhibits a prominent circular water stain and areas of finish loss. There is a chip and loss of wood at the bottom of the front left leg. The back panel shows several vertical white drip marks and heavy scuffing throughout. Slight separation is visible at the tenon joints on the top corners. Overall wear to the finish is present, particularly along the edges and corners.
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