Lot 288
  • 288

A Very Fine Federal Carved Mahogany Tester Bedstead, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1810

Estimate
5,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • height 91 in. by width 61 ½ in. by depth 80 ¼ in. (231.10 cm by 156.20 cm by 203.80 cm)
lacking castors, fits a queen sized mattress.

Condition

refinished, lacking casters
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

A very closely related bed with carving by the same hand was illustrated in American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, vol. 6, (Washington, D.C.: Highland House Publishers Inc., 1979), p. 1511, no. P4563.