A GEORGE III FIGURED MAHOGANY CHEST OF DRAWERS circa 1770

of serpentine form, the figured top with cross banding and inlaid with stringing and rosewood banding above a molded edge above a brushing slide, the four graduated drawers similarly cross banded with rosewood with bail handles, above a conforming molded base with conforming bracket feet.

Overall of nice waxed mellow color, with small old scratches, scuffs and stains overall as usual. Top with old repair to back left edge and old age crack at right side. Right side panel with two old vertical cracks running through line of construction and figure of the timber, the left with a similar crack. Drawers with some losses to cockbeading, and with shrinkage to the linings. Inlay with good old surfaces and with some losses to rope stringing. The right back foot and the side of the right front foot cracked and reglued. Drawers require slight adjustment.
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.
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