- 1623
VERY FINE CHIPPENDALE CARVED AND FIGURED WALNUT CHEST-ON-CHEST, PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1750 |
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Height 98 1/2 in. by Width 45 in. by Depth 23 5/8 in.
appears to retain original finials and cast brass hardware; retains a rich dry surface.
Condition
Overall fine condition. Wear, discoloration, and minor losses commensurate with age and use. Few age cracks throughout. Patched vertical age cracks (approx. 1/2 in. in width) to the sides of the upper and lower cases. Appears to retain original cast brass hardware. Top right drawer of lower case has a patched upper corner and lower corner, and the left a lower corner that is patched, each approx. 1 in. by 1 in. Each of the foot facings was previously crack and re-glued approx. 3 in. from bottom of foot. Front leg blocks are replaced. Secondary wood: white pine and poplar.
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.