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A Charles I oak panelled standing cupboard first half 17th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 126cm. hide, 127cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 4ft. 1½in., 4ft. 2in., 1ft. 6½in.
the boarded top above a pair of doors flanked by lozenge carving, below are a pair of larger doors with scroll and flower head motifs, the interior with a shelf, one side frieze branded 'IB'
Condition
Tidy and of impressive appearance with patina. The top with old marks and usual separation to the boards. The front good though with typical indications of former hinge changes and the door catch is later. The interior shelf is original. The sides generally tidy but with spliced rear feet and some fragmenting around these sites. The reverse is panelled with a lot of fragmenting, traces of worm, some repair and a canvas patch.
"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."