A fine George II parcel-gilt mahogany breakfront cabinet, in the manner of William Kent

The central pediment enclosing the tympanum centered by a carved gilded shell and acanthus spray, the breakfronted acanthus carved egg-and-dart molded cornice above a conforming case fitted with a pair of panelled cupboard doors flanked by two similar doors, all opening to shelves; the lower section with foilate-carved molded dado and fitted with a pair of cupboard doors to the center, flanked on either side by a similar door, the right cupboard opening two a bank of three drawers the top two of which are compartmentalized; all raised on a foliate-carved plinth.

Restorations and refurbishments to the cresting and plinth; Overall in good restored condition. Top left corner of frieze with small losses to Greek key molding; giltwood shell pendant possibly later; central panels to upper section with restorations and are slightly discolored; doors fitted with small magnetic plates to keep closed; the doors to the base with age cracks over lines of construction; bottom right corner of plinth with large chip and loss to veneer. Overall with usual scratches and marks consistent with age.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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