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AN IMPORTANT MAHOGANY DESK, ENGLISH, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 AUD
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Description
- AN IMPORTANT MAHOGANY DESK, ENGLISH, 18TH CENTURY
- 150cm wide, 86cm deep, 89cm high
the rectangular top with leather inset, above a fluted frieze above long slim drawer and flanked by two sets of drawers, the other side incorporating two cupboard cavities with gilt bronze metal fitting throughout
Condition
condition fair
exterior leather inset distressed veneer missing in several areas to border of inset
replacement veneer insets in a number of areas to front left hand top
missing lock
split to upper beading of foot platform, interior complete with fitted compartment and pigeon
interior leather writing surface has some wear
misses to beading
"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."