Lot 899: A Mid-Century Bow-Fronted Veneered Storage Bench / Blanket Box
A mid-century bow-fronted veneered storage bench / blanket box, featuring a distinctive curved front panel embellished with decorative vertical incised lines. The piece is constructed with a wooden carcass finished in a warm-toned veneer and stands on four short, tapered wooden legs, each terminating in a brass-tone metal ferrule. The hinged, padded lid functions as a seat and is upholstered in a dark blue textile featuring a dense floral pattern of pink roses and green foliage. A white rectangular adhesive auction sticker is affixed to the upholstery on the top right, reading LOT 899. No manufacturer marks or labels are visible on the exterior surfaces.
Large-scale furniture items; exact dimensions are not provided.
Condition report:
The wood veneer exhibits signs of age and use, including light surface scratches and scuffs. There are minor chips to the veneer, particularly concentrated along the bottom edge and front corners (photo 1). The floral upholstery is in good overall condition with no visible tears or significant staining, though minor wear is present at the edges. The piece shows a general accumulation of dust throughout.
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