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A French stained maple musical work box circa 1825
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Musical box: 8.5cm. high, 23.5cm. long, 16.5cm. deep; 3¼in., 9¼in.,6½in. Caddy: 13cm. high, 19cm. long, 10.5cm. deep; 5¼in., 7½in., 4¼in.Small box: 2.5cm. high, 11.5cm. long, 7cm. wide; 1in., 4½in., 2¾in.
of oval shape with cut-steel ornament, the interior fitted with mother of pearl scissors, needlecases, a cut glass scent bottle and other fittings, some non-matching fittings with a musical box below, together with a George III octagonal harewood and marquetry tea caddy with inlaid floral panels, a small oval fan inlaid box and a tortoiseshell caddy spoon
Condition
All are in `country house' condition. The musical box is generally i good condition. The mirror on the inside of the lid is rather marked and discoloured and the floral border is coming loose. Several of the fittings are non-matching and there are others missing. The mechanism to the musical box needs cleaning and presently does not work. The lid to the octagonal box does not fit properly. The top edge of the rear panle is cracked. It could benefit from re-polishing.
To discuss this lot in greater detail please call Edward Rising or David Macdonald on 0207 293 5107 or 0207 293 5507.
"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."