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A George III inlaid goncalos alves and satinwood commode circa 1780
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- height 35 1/2 in.; width 4 ft. 2 in.; depth 24 in.
- 90.2 cm; 127 cm; 61 cm
fitted with a pair of cupboard doors opening to a shelved interior. Restorations.
Provenance
Sold in these rooms, October 16, 1993, lot 436 ($41,000)
Condition
Overall good restored condition; the back legs each with a later diagonal patch at the foot and with a lower section to the sides tenoned in; minor areas of old worm and small patches to veneer especially around the feet; age cracks to side panels and minor chips and losses to veneers especially at edges; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises consistent with age and use.
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.