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A Fine Italian carved walnut cassone, possibly Florentine 16th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 70cm. high, 172cm. wide, 55cm. deep; 2ft. 3½in., 5ft. 7½in., 1ft. 9½in.
with later rear block feet
Condition
Fair condition. The cover with some old repairs, losses and indents. The raised section of the top is associated and has some patching and a small aperture. The front with partial split in the lower left corner. The left side with bowing and separation on this corner the right side with old fragmenting in the rear lower coner of the stop fluting. Some old repairs with filler on the gadrooning of the base. Losses and wear to the paw feet. The rear square feet are replaced. Traces of worm throughout. Interior with lock lacking and with modern hinges. Traces of original iron loop hinges. This is an attractive lot with natural ageing and old repairs.
"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."