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Two Italian carved walnut cupboards, Florentine part late 16th/early 17th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- each: 185cm. high, 125cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 6ft. ¾in., 4ft. 1¼in., 1ft. 6½in.
each with an overhanging top above a dentil moulding and a pair of grille doors with later wrought iron kidney-shaped motifs flanked by stop-fluted Corinthian pilasters above a pair of cupboard doors, on an inverted breakfront plinth base; some differences in construction; restorations
Condition
Good colour match with photograph. Minor chips and splits to the top moulded border. Traces of wormholes throughout however these no longer appear to be active, some have been filled in. Grilles are later. Some restorations to bottom doors as visible from photograph, the feet and apron slightly worn as visible from photograph. In overall good condition, very decorative.
"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."