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December 2020 Fine Art & Estate Auction

Mathieu Befort (Befort Jeune) (1813-1880) Cabinets

This auction ended on December 20, 2020.

Start price: $9,500

Estimated price: $35,000 - $45,000

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: Pair Of Louis XIV Style Boulle Marquetry Inlaid corner cabinets by Mathieu Befort, France, 19th Century Napoleon III Period. Two ebony corners cabinets embellished with architectural and figural bronze and ormolu mounts. Door panel and borders with marquetry of boulle brass. Interior wood with 1 shelf. Each side has locking door. Includes key. 2 corner cabinets together to form demilune side cabinet with custom top and base.

Material: Wood, Metals.

Dimensions: Length: 41 1/2"; Width: 20 3/4"; Height: 44".

Condition: Surface wear, age, imperfections. No marble on tops.

Age: Circa 1870.

Provenance: Private estate.

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