- 1659
FINE QUEEN ANNE SHELL-CARVED CHERRYWOOD BONNET-TOP HIGH CHEST OF DRAWERS, ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM MATHER, WHATELY, MASSACHUSETTS, CIRCA 1770 |
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Height 85 3/4 in. by Width 40 1/2 in. by Depth 22 in.
knee returns replaced.
Provenance
Kemble's Antiques, Norwich, Ohio.
Condition
In overall fine condition. Wear and discoloration commensurate with age and use. Refinished surface. The drawer runners and knee returns are replaced. The hardware is replaced. Proper back right foot has a previous crack that has been reglued, approximately 2" x 2". The apron has an old crack that was reglued behind the proper front right knee return. There is a small 1" x 1" patch to the decorative foot at the base of each column of the top section. Secondary wood: White pine
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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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.