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THBContinental Black Lacquer and Parcel Gilt Chinoiserie Bookcase
About Seller
PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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About Auction
LiveApr 10, 2024
Brunk Auctions is pleased to present the collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter. US Ambassador, successful entrepreneur as founder of Pace Communications, philanthropist, collector, and first woman chair of the American Red Cross. Collaborating with her sister Tweed, renowned interior decorator, she meticulously selected the furniture and decorations offered here to grace her former homes in Washington D.C. and Greensboro NC. Selected from Christie's and Sotheby's among other fine sources, these works are a reflection of her graciously hosting others in her elegant homes. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
late 19th/early 20th century, surmounted by a foliate crest, shaped cornice, conforming glazed doors, glass shelf interior, paneled lower cabinets, bracket feet, 77 x 50 x 14 in.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
Condition
cabinet structurally sound, one side of foliate crest is detached, several broken glass panels, some glass shelves are broken and should be replaced, scattered surface losses, painted infill, and craquelure, minor separations, scattered shrinkages, some warping at backboards, other wear and imperfections expected with significant use
- Provenance
Property from the Collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
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