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A George III brass-bound mahogany bottle carrier 18th/19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height of bottle carrier 13 in.; width 11 1/4 in. (square); height of cellaret 25 1/2 in.; width 12 1/4 in.
- 33 cm; 28.6 cm; 64.8 cm; 31.2 cm
the square case with four sliding panels opening to baize-lined interiors, fitted with a brass bail handle. Together with a George III inlaid mahogany octagonal cellaret, now fitted with a brass liner. 2 pieces.
Condition
Bottle carrier in good condition, nice faded mahogany, old marks and scratches, small areas of black spotting to corners; cellaret in good restored condition with later brass liner, chain to lid later, interior now lined with baize, the lid formerly fitted with a handle at front, side handles possibly later, old marks and scratches, chips and dents to feet.
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.