A large Louis XIV style gilt bronze-mounted kingwood, satinwood and fruitwood marquetry and parquetry side cabinet France, second half 19th century

surmounted by a brèche d'alep marble top, the doors opening to a vacant interior fitted for shelves

Overall in good condition and presentation. The thick marble with some surface scratches and minor nicks to the edges consistent with age and the placement of objects. The case with minor surface scratches and marks consistent with age and use. The two doors open to a vacant interior fitted for shelves, no shelves present. The mounts are of high quality and show areas of oxidation and minor pitting consistent with age and atmospheric conditions. There is a bronze mount missing from the upper right center of the front of the cabinet, between the two doors. Some cracking around the side of the proper front left leg.
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