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A George III mahogany apothecary`s box circa 1780
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 36.5cm. high, 27.5cm. wide, 23cm. deep; 1ft. 2¼in., 10¾in., 9in.
the panelled rectangular hinged top enclosing compartments containing scales and an English Delft mixing tile above a door to one side enclosing six small bottles with stoppers ( two possibly associated) and an arrangement of seven small drawers, to the other side, eight glass bottles with stoppers, (two possibly associated), on shaped bracket feet
Condition
This is generally in good condition. The glass bottles and stopppers are largely original. Two large ones are almost certainly replacements. Two necks of the large bottles are chipped and one stopper is missing. Two smaller bottles are possibly associated. The base is cracked on one side.
"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."