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A Regency mahogany secrétaire bookcase circa 1810
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 229cm. high, 116cm. wide, 54cm. deep; 7ft. 6in., 3ft. 9½in., 1ft. 9in.
the scroll pediment above a pair of geometric astragal doors enclosing two adjustable shelves, the crossbanded lower section with a fitted writing drawer and three long graduated drawers, on splayed bracket feet
Condition
Bookcase section tidy. Lower section with some chipped veneer and marks to polish. Drawers with partial losses on bosses to handles. Lower drawer with cockbeading partially lacking. Chipping to feet. The left side with a typical partial split. The interior of the writing drawer with losses to handles.
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."