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A fine George IV mahogany étagère in the manner of Gillows circa 1825
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height 5 ft. 7 3/4 in.; width 21 1/2 in.; depth 15 1/2 in.
- 67.75 cm; 54.6 cm; 39.4 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; nice color and dry surface; the Gothic finials with some chips and losses to the leaves and with three replaced carved leaves; one finial with an age crack; the backside of the étagère with some losses to the collar moldings of the cluster-column supports; age crack to the bottom shelf; overall with 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
Conceived in the Gothic Revival taste, this étagère has cusped finials that are similar to those in a design for a 'Cynlinder Desk and Bookcase' by George Smith, Collection of Designs for Household Furniture and Interior Decoration, 1808, pl. 100.