- 1666
FINE FEDERAL PAINTED PINE DOWER CHEST, MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, DATED 1788 |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Height 28 5/8 in.by Width 50 in. by Depth 23 1/4 in.
inscribed 17 ELIZABETH BINDERN 88.
Provenance
William K. DuPont;
Ginsburg & Levy, Inc., New York;
G.K.S. Bush, Inc., Washington, D.C.
Ginsburg & Levy, Inc., New York;
G.K.S. Bush, Inc., Washington, D.C.
Literature
Monroe Fabian, The Pennsylvania-German Decorated Chest, (New York: Universe Publishing, 1978), pl. 126.
Condition
Overall fine condition. Wear, discoloration, losses and residue commensurate with age and use. The proper front left foot has a 1/2" tall patch at the bottom of the foot and the side foot facing was previously cracked and reglued, approximately 3" from the bottom of the foot. There is a 1" x 3" wedge shaped loss to the top corner of one drawer. Retains a key. Secondary wood: 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.