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A Queen Anne walnut and feather-banded bachelor`s chest of drawers circa 1705
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- 81cm. high, 76cm. wide, 38.5cm. deep; 2ft. 8in., 2ft. 6in., 1ft. 3½in.
the hinged top with rear re-entrant corners above two short drawers and three graduated drawers, on bracket feet
Provenance
Mallett & Son ( Antiques) Ltd, 40 New Bond Street, London, 1981.
Condition
Generally this piece is in good condition. There have been minor restorations to veneers throughout, including repairs around the hinges inside. The top is slightly warped. The handles are replacements. The back feet have been re- made. The top right hand corner of the top right hand drawer has been repaired. The lock is missing from the top drawer. The other two on the drawers below are later replacements. The piece has been re-finished and the top is a paler colour than the front.
For further information on this Lot, please contact the English Furniture Department on 00 44 (0) 207 293-5470.
"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."