Lot 473
  • 473

DIRK JANSEN VAN SUTPHEN FAMILY WILLIAM AND MARY GUMWOOD AND MAHOGANY KAST, KINGS COUNTY, NEW YORK, CIRCA 1730

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • gumwood, walnut
  • Height 6 ft. 8 in. by Width 73 in. by Depth 26 in.
Appears to retain its original surface.

Provenance

Descended through the Dirk Jansen van Sutphen Family;
Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 6, 2000, lot 902;
Jonathan Trace, Putnam Valley, New York.

Literature

"Brooklyn Kas Reaches $101,500 At Bourgeault," Antiques and The Arts Weekly, August 11, 2000, p. 100-L;
"Sizzling Bids for American Furniture," Antiques and The Arts Weekly, August 18, 2000, p. 59;
David Hewett, "Northeast Auctions' Staggering $4.25 Million Sale," Maine Antique Digest, October 2000, p. 2-D.

Condition

Proper left side base molding lacking, proper right diamond walnut insert lacking, lacking lace drawer.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.