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A George III Style Walnut Pedestal Desk 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 30 1/2 in.; width 5 ft. 2 1/2 in.; depth 35 3/4 in.
- 77.5 cm; 158.8 cm; 90.8 cm
the lockplates stamped BARON/PATENT/STRAND.
Condition
Good restored condition, later leather-lined top, cedar drawer linings, the underside of top with some later braces, drawers formerly fitted with dividers, minor age cracks to panels with some areas of inpainting, some minor chips and patches to molded edges, the underside of pedestals with some later glue blocks, overall with some old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises consistent with age and use.
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.