Lot #38 - An early colonial cedar ebonised clothes press, in the 'Grecian' style, Tasmanian, circa 1830
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Auction House:Gibson's Auctioneers & Valuers
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Sale Name:The Australian Collection
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Sale Date:16 Jun 2019 ~ 2pm (AEST)
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Lot #:38
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Lot Description:An early colonial cedar ebonised clothes press, in the 'Grecian' style, Tasmanian, circa 1830
constructed from fine ribbon grain Australian cedar, with ebonised mouldings to the four fielded panels to the front and sides, with ebony inlaid escutcheons, the interior fitted with the original trays and drawers: the present example is similar to designs published in 1826 by George Smith and of comparable quality and detail to the Hobart cabinetmaker William Hamilton.
210cm high, 140cm wide, 58cm deep -
Provenance:Richmond, Tasmania
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Estimate:A$2,500 - 3,500
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Realised Price:
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Category:Furniture
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.