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A GEORGE IV ROSEWOOD AND MAHOGANY DWARF BOOKCASE BY GILLOWS CIRCA 1825
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- height 4 ft. 4 1/2 in.; width 36 1/4 in.; depth 16 3/4 in.
- 133.4 cm; 92.1 cm; 42.5 cm
the superstructure on later mahogany S-shaped supports, the case opening to a rosewood-grained interior with an adjustable shelf, the right door stamped GILLOWS LANCASTER on the top.
Condition
In good restored condition with some old marks and scratches, two small age cracks to middle shelf of upper part with some inpainting, some minor scuffas to the base, very minor chips to the veneers.
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.