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AN UNUSUAL GEORGE III INLAID HARDWOOD CLOTHES PRESS circa 1760, possibly Scottish
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 5 ft. 6 in.; width 4 ft. 3 1/4 in.; depth 25 1/2 in.
- 167.6 cm; 130.2 cm; 64.8 cm
the veneered and cross banded top above a slightly projecting molded cornice with cross moldings above two doors with recessed and figured panels inlaid with borders of blind fret in a geometric pattern, the frames similarly inlaid, opening to three sliding oak galeried trays, the lower part with two drawers above one long drawer both inlaid with similar blind fret borders and supported on molded ogee bracket feet, the sides similarly cross banded as the top.
Condition
The upper section with age crack to left side panel, left cupboard door with bowing to center panel with subsequent slight separation of right side of panel from door frame, minor bowing to right cupboard door panel, the lower section with slight bowing to drawer fronts with subsequent age cracks to veneers, age cracks to side panels, overall with lifting and losses to the veneers with some minor patches, some small chips and losses to molded edges, some old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.
Catalogue Note
Although of a normal pattern, its wainscot-oak-lined interior being fitted with sliding trays designed for the storage of clothes, the present lot is distinguished by its figured veneers and fine geometric pattern inlays; a preliminary microscopic analysis of the former indicates that it is an as yet unidentified tropical hardwood. The inlaid fret work can be related to designs for Frets illustrated in Chippendale's Director.