Lot 191
  • 191

An ivory-inlaid wood table cabinet, India, Sind or Gujarat, 17th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

of rectangular form with hinged drop front revealing six drawers each with an inlaid flowering tree flanked by two smaller specimens, turned ivory handles stained red, the central drawer with foliate lock-plate, the interior drop front with further inlaid trees, the top and sides with larger trees emanating from baluster pots, the reverse with lobed cartouche borders, sides with loop handles, the exterior front with openwork lock-plate with addorsed eagles 

Condition

in overall good condition, some small repairs and losses and associated replacement parts, as viewed
"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."