Napoleon III Style Mahogany and Ormolu Abattant

Circa 1900, two part form, mahogany secondary, upper case with frieze drawer over fall front panel opening to reveal six small drawers and pigeon holes, flanked by caryatid stiles, the fall front panel featuring ormolu mount of Apollo and his chariot, set on a base with a single drawer, fully carved gilt winged griffin supports with lower shelf on front paw feet.

51 x 36.75 x 21 in.

The Estate of the late Dr. William "Bill" Webb Johnston and Mr. Charles "Chuck" Raymond West, Hillsborough, NC

Interior of drawer with taped cut-out reading "Provenance: Sir Cuthbert Quilter, Br., Sir Berkeley Sheffield, Br."

Top with denting to the edges; waist board with surface scratches and indents; upper right case side with shrinkage crack; fall front lid interior with wear from use; gilding loss to griffin's beaks.

*Buyers take note, pick up will be required and is only available offsite at the residence in Hillsborough, North Carolina on March 22, March 24, March 25, and March 28 between 10am-3pm ET. See terms for more details.