A South German gilt-bronze mounted tulipwood, kingwood and parquetry commode, second quarter 18th century

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Formerly in the Collection of Gaston Demierre, Switzerland;
Christie's, London, The European Connoisseur, 6 December 2012, lot 102;
where acquired by the current owner.