A yew wood and walnut cabinet on stand,


A yew wood and walnut cabinet on stand , 18th century and later, the moulded frieze above a central compartment and an arrangement of drawers, over a frieze drawer and turned supports united by stretchers, 74cm wide 45cm deep 144cm high Provenance: The Estate of Mrs Althea Lloyd. Condition Report Appears to have undergone a fairly significant amount of professional attention, with a comprehensive level of re-veneering and probable further alterations. General small knocks, splits, scratches and wear to veneer, with some very minor patch repairs in a few places. Some small knocks and dents to edges and corners throughout. Fading and discolouration to facade and throughout. Central door is warped. A 2.5cm chip to the upper left-hand moulding of the base. Some tiny losses to beading of apron. Evidence of repair and possible staining to supports and feet, with possible replacement. Back left leg with a large old chunk out of the back-side. Some varying degrees of wear to feet. Some knocks, losses and splits to veneer of stretchers, all but one of which appear later. Splits to backboards and carcass. Minor traces of woodworm, which appears inactive. Joints relatively tight and sound. Drawers run smoothy, with splits to some liners. Both keys present.Please see additional photos.


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