- 92
French School
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A secretaire
- secretaire 140cm. high by 74cm. wide by 41cm. deep;
- 4ft 7in., 2ft 5in., 1ft 4in.
Macassar ebony veneer and nickel-plated mounts, the frieze drawer above a fall front with leather writing inset to the reverse, enclosing a mahogany interior with an arrangement of open shelves and four small drawers, on slender tapering legs ending in sabots; together with a macassar ebony veneered chair, circa 1930, with stepped back, on square supports
Condition
Secretaire: A stylish piece of good overall appearance. With old marks and scratches consistent with age. Some vertical crazing to the veneer to front, consistent with age. One or two minor areas of veneer loss in places. Escutcheon to frieze drawer detached. With one key. Interior with typical marks through use.
Chair: slightly faded overall. Minor losses to veneer to one or two small places. Seat fabric worn and dirty. Marks and scratches.
Please note the chair and secretaire are associated and are not a set but still work well.
"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."