Monumental French Provincial Walnut Buffet a Deux Corps 19th century, the heavily molded cornice with projecting rounded corners, above a conforming case fitted with two doors, each inset with two shaped panels, the lower section fitted with a pull-out slide over two small end drawers and two arched cupboard doors, flanked to either side by a rounded cupboard, raised on large cabriole feet. h. 104", w. 74", d. 27" Provenance: The Estate of Camille & Raymond Hankamer, Houston, Texas.
Estimate $1,500-2,500 **In overall good condition. The top case leans forward slightly and may need some shims to level it. There is some minor, scattered shrinkage from age. Some surface scuffs as well from use. The top has three interior scalloped shelves. The base has one shelf. The hardware is original. There are three keys. Approx. weight: 300-400 lbs. NOTE: It is made of solid walnut not mahogany.
Sold for $6,250
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