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A North Italian kingwood, amaranth, tulipwood and marquetry commode circa 1780
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- 80cm. high, 116cm. wide, 57.5cm. deep; 2ft. 7½in., 3ft. 9¾in., 1ft. 10¾in.
in the manner of Giuseppe Maggiolini, with a later oak top above three drawers,
Provenance
Sir Charles Henry Tempest, 1st Bt. (1834 - 1894), thence by descent to Ethel Mary Tempest (1869 - 1937) who married Miles Stapleton, 10th Lord Beaumont (1850 - 1895) thence by descent.
Condition
Generally good condition. Some minor losses to veneers. The top is of oak and a replacement. One escutcheon is loose and can be re-fixed. One back plate to handle mount is missing another is lifting and will need to be re-pinned. the top drawer has possibly been partially re-lined. The feet have been slightly reduced and there is a section missing from the right side of the left front foot which will need restored. The sides are slightly warped. There is a horizontal construction crack to left side which can easily be filled. The inlay is attractive.
"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."