Lot 474
  • 474

A German wrought iron mounted oak 'Stollentruhe', Westphalian late Gothic, 16th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • 78cm. high, 175cm. wide, 63cm. deep.

Condition

With the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use, top with two discoloured parts and small stains, front and back top with restored wood splat, some horizontal shrinkage cracks to top and front due to dryness, some small wood losses, minor traces of old woodworm, two rosettes of iron straps and left hinge with small restoration, small hole in lower right side, top iron straps/hinges of later date.
"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."