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Holland and Sons, after designs by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- A writing table
- 73.5cm. high by 120.5cm. wide by 67cm deep;
- 2ft 4¾in., 3ft 11¼in., 2ft 2¼in.
oak, the handles and feet incorporating stylised 'M's, the rectangular top with two frieze drawers, on twin octagonal supports carved with a stylised foliate design and joined by a chamfered stretcher
Condition
A decorative piece of good overall condition. Old scratches and dents consistent with age and use. A practical piece of good structural condition which is ready for use and display.
"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
For their work for John Winston Spencer-Churchill, 7th Duke of Marlborough, Holland & Sons adapted designs they had commisioned from Pugin. A Hungarian ash chest of drawers made for the duke, bearing the same stylised 'M' handles, is illustrated in Jeremy Cooper, Victorian and Edwardian Furniture & Interiors, London, 1987, fig. 120.