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Napoleon III Podreuse in the Manner of Paul Sormani
Auction Date: December 17, 2022
Sold for: $492
Lot: 117
19th century.
Ebonized finish, the top section opens to reveal compartment and beveled mirror, red stained interior, inlay to top section exterior, gilt metal mounts throughout.
Approximate dimensions: 31 1/4 high x 21 3/4 wide x 14 3/4 inches deep..
Accompanied by advertisement featuring this piece from The Studio at 4266 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA, where the piece is dated 1865.
Condition: Some fading and wear to finish. Stress cracks to veneer throughout, no serious lifting. Very slight warp to the top. Drawer is locked, no key available. The base finish with much lighter wear than the top. Patina to metal mounts.
Key available.