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A pair of George III style mahogany breakfront bookcases early 20th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- 281cm. high, 190cm. wide, 48cm. deep; 9ft 2½in., 6ft 3in., 1ft 7in.
Provenance
The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, Manson House, Portland Place, London.
Condition
Good general condition overall. The shelves are missing a few supporting brackets. It is not obvious but some of the glass has been replaced. The panel doors have losses to the moulded decoration. The sides of the lower section have been cut at the back to incorporate a skirting board and dado rail. There are many marks, scratches and chips throughout and and worn areas near the locks on some of the doors.
Please do not hesitate to contact Edward Rising on 020 7293 5507 or send your contact details to edward.rising@sothebys.com if you would like to discuss this lot further.
"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."
"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."