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A Regency brass-mounted inlaid mahogany cellaret circa 1810
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 21 in.; width 27 1/2 in.; depth 27 1/2 in.
- 53.3 cm; 69.9 cm
the divided hinged top opening to a compartmentalized partially lead-lined interior; the underside stencilled 7G 7, and with a partial paper label inscribed MEMOR... / FROM / ...RATT. / ANTIQUE ...URNITURE DEALER / 188, Great Portland Street, W. / Trade Entrance So, Bolson / ANTIQ... FURNIT... / Bronzes, Pictures, Old... Old Carved Wor...
Condition
Good restored condition; the top with slight warpage and shrinkage, restored age cracks and patches to veneers; the top later fitted with a lock plate and keyhole escutcheon; the front lock plate removed and filled in with a later wood block; patched repairs to hinges of top; patches to cellaret behind lion head handles, which are probably later. The front left caster slightly loose; the underside of the base with large age crack; the legs with some old glue and with some later screws. Overall the cellaret with old marks, scratches, scuffs, bruises and minor nicks with small restorations.
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.
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.