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An English carved oak boarded chest 17th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 84.5cm. high, 155cm. wide, 60cm. deep; 2ft. 9½in., 5ft. 1in., 2ft. 11¾in.
the hinged cover above a strapwork frieze, below are carved triple male and female angels with spread wings and stylised grapes, all within applied moulded framing, the sides with conforming framing and ogee arched cuts to the base, the interior now forming a silver chest with green baize lining and two conforming trays.
Condition
Good. Top with old marks, scratches and indents. Reverse of cover with hasp hinges and a broken section of later brass lock catch. Front tidy. Some old losses to mask details. Sides with usual splits to boards. Interior with later brass lock that is damaged as the teeth have been sawn through. Baize lining torn and untidy. One end of the interior fitted with a later brass hinged stay for the cover. Of impressive appearance.
"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."