Cork to the fore at Lynes and Lynes antique and artifact sale

Antique furniture made in Cork will feature at the Lynes and Lynes sale in Carrigtwohill next Saturday (Sep 27) at 11 am.

Cork-made pieces include a large mahogany server c1830 (€3,000-€4,000), a hall table (€800-€1,200), some chests of drawers with estimates of €100-€400, open bookshelves and a cylinder bureau bookcase (€1,000-€1,500).

A large antique mahogany bookshelf on a table base is estimated at €1,000-€1,500. The auction offers antique settees and chairs, including a pair of Art Deco chairs and a Georgian reclining library chair. There is silver and jewellery with engagement and diamond dress rings.