A battered 1677 wooden cabinet sold for $1.64 million after a key photo revealed its rarity
A stunning carved oak cabinet from 1677 made headlines at Sotheby's in January 2026, commanding $1.64 million. This remarkable artifact, linked to the Symons shops in Salem, is amongst a mere five surviving examples. Retaining its original key, it validates its historical provenance. The cabinet, inscribed with the initials of…
The Times of India ·