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A Dutch ebony rosewood and carved oak cabinet on stand 17th century
Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 153cm. high, 72cm. wide, 42.5cm. deep; 5ft.¼in., 2ft.4in., 1ft.4¼in.
the rectangular moulded top above a convex frieze centered by a gadrooned fruit-filled tazza, flanked by cherubs and scrolling foliage, above a panelled door, depicting a female figure with a book, opening to reveal a shelf flanked by demi-columns, above a frieze drawer, flanked by a lion mask, the stand with later cup and cover legs on ball feet; alterations to base
Condition
Restoration to some of the veneer in general which has been well executed. The door has been strengthened at the back. Some splits in the veneer and and some old restorations which have been well executed. In overall good condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
K. Sluyterman, Huisraaden Binnenhuis in Nederland in Vroegere Eeuwen, The Hague, 1948, p. 181, fig. 242, for a related cabinet on stand, reproduced here in fig. 1.
K. Sluyterman, Huisraaden Binnenhuis in Nederland in Vroegere Eeuwen, The Hague, 1948, p. 181, fig. 242, for a related cabinet on stand, reproduced here in fig. 1.