An Italian carved walnut low cabinet, Tuscany, part 17th century

the rectangular top supported by S-scroll brackets above a frieze drawer on a pair of panelled cupboard doors opening to reveal an interior fitted with one shelf, flanked on each side by stylised boss and scale motifs and columns, on a plinth base with lion paw feet; restorations

This elegant low cabinet is in reasonable conserved condition. There are marks and scratches consistent with age and use and traces of old woodworm which appears to be no longer active, as well as losses to the wood throughout. The top with old restorations and several cracks to the wood. The two short frieze drawer: one with an S-scroll bracket loose, the other with one S-scroll bracket with one loss. The front doors with age-related cracks and losses due to old woodworm, the top corner of right door replaced. The brass knob on this door is loose. This door and its hinges are in need of attention. Two back boards replaced.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Related literature:

M. Tinti, Il mobilio fiorentino, Milan, 1928, plate CLXXXIV, illustrates a virtually identical credenza formerly in the Grassi collection, Florence.