Lot 124
  • 124

A Federal Inlaid Mahogany Chest on Chest, Mid-Atlantic States

Estimate
5,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 77 1/2 in. by width 43 3/4 in. by depth 21 in. (196.85cm by 111.13cm by 53.34cm)
White pine and oak secondary.

Condition

Hardware is replaced; proper left and right sides of upper case have top to bottom shrinkage cracks approximately 1/8 in. in width; interior with later glue block place on sides to stabilize shrinkage cracks; a 2 1/2 in. by 1/4 in. veneer patch to middle drawer on lower case; proper left and right rear side foot veneers have an approximately a 1 3/4 in. by 2 1/2 in; interior of drawers with later addition of contact paper; secondary woods appear to be white pine and ash.
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.