Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Live Auction

Modern Art & Design

Sat, Jun 2, 2018 12:00PM EDT
Lot 250

Rare Samuel Marx Faux Tortoise Demi-Lune Cabinets

Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000

Bid Increments

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$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
Pair of Art Deco demilune cabinets with ebonized Greek key motif, each having one keyed door revealing an adjustable shelf.
Provenance: Rago Auctions, 4.21.2007, lot 189.
Designer & Manufacturer: Samuel Marx (American, 1885-1964); Quigley
Markings: Quigley imprint
Country of Origin & Materials: USA; Camphor wood burl, ebonized fruitwood, nickel-plate
Dimensions(H,W,D): 32"h, 29.75"w, 15.75"d

Condition

very good, minor wear to finish primarily to edges and base, small chip to one cabinet at rear of base, French polish overcoat to original finish, wear consistent with age and light use
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