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A George IV rosewood open bookcase / reading stand circa 1830, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 90cm. high, 57cm. wide, 46cm. deep; 2ft.11½in., 1ft. 10½in., 1ft. 6in.
the sliding rectangular top with a boldly carved edge and inset with later green tooled leather, on a ratchet, with a removable book rest, above two adjustable shelves and a fixed shelf, with false leather book spines to the sides, on bun feet and castors
Condition
This piece is in good general condition. The top is slightly warped and has replaced leather. It has been repolished.The side of one leg is rather bruised. One section of moulding towards the top of one stile is loose. It is an attractive piece.
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."
Catalogue Note
A design for a very similar bookcase or reading stand is recorded in The Gillows' Estimate Sketch book, dated 1831.