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A Dutch mahogany and floral marquetry secretaire a abattant early 19th century
Estimate
1,800 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- 157cm. high, 98cm. wide, 47cm. deep; 5ft. 1¾in., 3ft. 2½in., 1ft. 6½in.
the shaped interior of architectural form, with fourteen drawers including three `secret' drawers, with a pair of cupboard doors below enclosing a shelf
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
Some losses to veneers throughout particularly around the frieze drawer. The top is badly stained and may well have originally had a marble slab. There are losses to gilt bronze mounts. The flap has age cracks. Both lower corners are chipped. The columns are both loose and badly fitting, one is detached. The lower doors are cracked and slightly warped with some losses to mouldings. Decorative but will require workshop attention.
"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."