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A George III mahogany breakfront bookcase by Gillows
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mahogany
- height 7 ft. 11 in.; width 7 ft. 2 in.; depth 24 in.
- 241.3 cm; 218.4 cm; 61 cm
top of one drawer stamped GILLOWS. LANCASTER, the carcass stamped MADE IN ENGLAND, the reverse of the lower section with crayoned blue number K1229 and with an old paper label inscribed Property of/ Mr. E. G. Deed/ 84 Buckleigh Rd./ Stretham SW16.
Provenance
Mr. E. G. Deed, 84 Buckleigh Rd, Stretham
Condition
The cornice cut into three pieces and attached to the three upper cases; the broken pediment later; the tops to the projecting lower section later. A large section of the pediment is missing, different from the catalogue illustration.
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.
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.