Lot 231
  • 231

An amusing fruitwood desk set 19th century

Estimate
200 - 300 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 5.5cm, width 11cm, depth 6cm
carved as to resemble a travelling trunk; together with an ink blotter, embroidered with royal cypher M; four glass flasks covered in leather; an ivory notebook retaining old notes; a paper box containing charts; and a domed covered paper box containing bits and pieces

Provenance

Sale, Hanover, Sotheby's, 15 October 2005, lot 5406

 

Condition

All items in overall good condition consummate with use and age.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."