1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
United States
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is a full-service auction gallery strategically located on Miami Circle in the historic Buckhead district of Atlanta, one of the Southeastern United States’ largest commercial and financial centers. The gallery is owned and operated by Robert Ahlers and his wife Chr...Read more
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Aug 9, 2015 - Aug 10, 2015
English, 18th Century. Scarce and important Queen Anne walnut double domed linen press, two case construction, the upper portion crested with domed or bonnet sides and double domed front above two conforming beveled mirrored doors that open to shelved interior above a pair of pull out candleslides, the case with hidden pull out writing or brushing slide, above three short drawers, horizontally aligned, over two long deep drawers, all feather banded with individual locking mechanisms, the whole raised on bracket feet. Approximate height 85.5", width 46", depth 15".
Minor surface scratches throughout item. Hinged door on top section with replaced lock. Mirrors and mirrorbacks appear to be later replacements. Brasses replaced. Finish appears to be later. Scattered veneer losses throughout including on right lopper, right bracket foot, and side panel. Replaced back on top section, possible later shelf supports on interior. Left side of linen press with vertical fracture on top and bottom. Right side of linen press with three vertical fractures on bottom section. No other signs of damage, loss or repair.