Summary
Instant expert AN exquisite George III serpentineshaped Harrington commode broke the record for the most expensive piece of English furniture at auction by a staggering pounds 1million. It dates from around 1770 and was previously at Elvaston Castle, Derbyshire.
Basics A COMMODE is - in the truest sense of the word (which is French for "convenient") - a swish chest with cupboards and drawers.See the full content of this document
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Focus On George Iii Commode ; Treasure Hunters
The piece which was recently auctioned (pictured below) is made ...
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