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Lot # 1 - Large Red Antique Chinese Butterfly Cabinet

Opening Bid :	$ 5.00
Pickup Instructions:	Pick-ups in Gregory Heights in Burien near St. Anne Hospital Thursday July 24th 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm AND Friday July 25th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm ALL ITEMS MUST BE PICKED UP BY FRIDAY @ 4:00 pm* *For special pickup arrangements outside pickup windows, please call Jena no later than Wednesday evening (July 23rd) at 206-235-0532
Start Date/Time:	15-Jul-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time:	22-Jul-2025 7:00:00 PM
Current bid:	$100.00
Highest bidder:	Acorn
Auction has ended

Description :

Large-size red antique Chinese butterfly cabinet. When purchased at a Seattle antique store many years ago, the client was told it was a couple hundred years old. We are unable to verify that, but the wood that isn't lacquered is definitely very old and the cabinet appears to have been assembled almost completely with wood joinery except for the metal butterfly motif on the front. Measures just over 69" H and wears its age proudly - lots of cracks and gaps, but still very sturdy and we believe the lack of perfection gives it great character. The client used to display sculptures between the legs and on top of the cabinet.

Sides gently slope outward as they go down - both on the width measurement and the depth measurement. From the front, the cabinet measures approx. 42" wide at the top below the cornice piece and flares out to 52" where the legs meet the floor. (Cornice piece measures approx. 48" side to side.) From the side, the cabinet measures approx. 18.5" at the top below the cornice piece and flares out to 23" where the legs meet the floor. This tapered effect makes the cabinet seem to float.

There are 2 central swing-out doors that conceal 2 shelves in the black interior along with 2 drawers under the top shelf. There are 2 additional drawers below the apron; all drawers have metal pulls. Swing-out doors have latch pin at the butterfly's head. The butterfly is incised and also has inset decorations that are lovely.

Great piece that really shows off its age with class.

Local Pickup Only. Bidding on this lot is an agreement that: (1.) You will have 2 capable, able-bodied persons to lift and load at a minimum. (2.) You will bring a hand truck and/or any other tools needed to remove this item. If these steps are not followed your item will be forfeited and no refund given.

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Auction History

Highest bidder is Acorn

Date	Bid	User
22-Jul-2025 6:33:51 PM	$100.00	Acorn
21-Jul-2025 9:49:57 PM	$78.00	Bluebird1
21-Jul-2025 9:49:57 PM	$77.00	msshaw60
20-Jul-2025 10:10:54 AM	$71.00	Bluebird1
20-Jul-2025 10:10:54 AM	$70.00	Bets13
20-Jul-2025 10:10:32 AM	$66.00	Bluebird1
20-Jul-2025 10:10:32 AM	$65.00	Bets13
17-Jul-2025 10:43:14 AM	$61.00	Bluebird1
17-Jul-2025 10:43:14 AM	$60.00	Bets13
16-Jul-2025 8:03:21 PM	$56.00	Bluebird1
16-Jul-2025 8:03:21 PM	$55.00	Bets13
16-Jul-2025 8:02:46 PM	$51.00	Bluebird1
16-Jul-2025 8:02:46 PM	$50.00	Bets13
16-Jul-2025 8:02:19 PM	$36.00	Bluebird1
16-Jul-2025 8:02:19 PM	$35.00	Bets13
16-Jul-2025 8:01:52 PM	$26.00	Bluebird1
16-Jul-2025 8:01:52 PM	$25.00	Bets13
16-Jul-2025 7:58:48 PM	$11.00	Bluebird1
16-Jul-2025 5:11:34 PM	$6.00	Bets13
15-Jul-2025 8:44:13 AM	$5.00	msshaw60

PAYMENT DETAILS

Placing a bid is an agreement to purchase. If you win, you must pick up your item(s). If you default on your purchase, your bidding privileges will be revoked permanently. Do not bid if you do not plan to purchase.If you bid, you MUST be available/arrange for pick-up of purchases on the pick-up date unless you have made prior shipping arrangements. Bring necessary tools and help for picking up large items. Loading assistance is NOT available. Some items may be located on a 2nd floor, out building.

Invoices are emailed to winning bidders once the sale has completely closed.Full payment must be made by 8:00 p.m. the day after auction closes. If total payment is not received before the pick-up date & time, items will be forfeited, and bidding privileges revoked.

Pick-up information will be on the invoice e-mailed after the auction closes.All items not picked up during the designated times will be considered abandoned and may be donated or resold. When possible, and at our sole discretion, an alternate pick-up time may be arranged. If this is possible, an appropriate fee will be charged.

A 10% Buyer's Premium and Sales Tax are added to the winning bid amount when invoiced. Sales tax is waived for licensed re-sellers.

We make every effort to describe lot items as accurately as possible. Expect normal signs of wear associated with antiques, vintage, and used items. We do not list every flaw. All items are sold AS IS WHERE IS. No refunds or returns. Sound Estate Company does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given may be approximate.

Lot # 1 - Large Red Antique Chinese Butterfly Cabinet

Auction has ended

Description :

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Auction History

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