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An English silver mounted and inlaid tortoiseshell and leather desk set, William Comyns, London, 1912
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
William Comyns, London, 1912
- Stationery box: 20cm. high, 30cm. wide, 15cm. deep; 8in., 1ft., 6in., Tray: 24cm. wide; 9½in., Inkwell: 12cm. diam.; 4¾in., Box: 5cm. wide; 2in., Blotter: 31cm. by 23cm.; 1ft. ¼in., 9in., Clock: 12cm. high; 4¾in.
inlaid in neo-classical style comprising a stationery box with leather sides and back and a watered silk lined interior, an oval tray, an inkwell of capstan design, a small box with a glass liner, a blotter and a silver plated watch in a hinged case
Condition
Generally in good condition. Some minor losses to silver mount on the lid along the top edge. The tortoiseshell is cracked along the front edge. The leather is rather scuffed and worn on the backs of all pieces. The interior of the blotter is rather worn. The silver is tarnished. Minor old marks and scratches 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. 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."