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A Directoire mahogany, ebonised and brass cabinet, late 18th/early 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- 143cm. high, 96cm. wide., 41cm. deep; 4ft.8in., 3ft.2in., 1ft.4in.
with a grey marble top and a pair of mirrored doors above a leather inset writing slide with a further pair of lozenge panelled doors below
Provenance
Acquired by George Francis Child-Villiers, 9th Earl of Jersey (1910-1998)
Condition
Decorative and of pleasing proportions. Marble good but with very minor rim chips. Could possibly be used to accomodate a television. Very good overall condition, minor scratches and marks. Right mirror with some spotting and left possibly replaced. There is new green leather to the slide. One of the lozenge panelled doors has some splits.
"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."