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A George III satinwood bonheur-du-jour circa 1790, in the manner of George Simson
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- 131.5cm. high, 81cm. wide, 46cm. deep; 4ft 3¾ in., 2ft. 7¾ in., 1ft. 6in.
the sliding and removable superstructure with a pair of doors revealing mahogany beaded pigeonholes and small drawers with ivory handles, the folding top above a sectioned frieze drawer with a further recessed drawer below, inlaid throughout with narrow tulipwood bandings and stringing, with finely figured West Indian satinwood veneers throughout
Condition
Good overall condition. Some typical small and feint veneer shrinkage lines. Minor old marks and scratches. Baize replaced. Very good quality of satinwood retaining a good colour
"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."
Catalogue Note
The present and following lot have affinities with a lady's secretary and cabinet by George Simson, illustrated in Christopher Gilbert, Pictorial Dictionary of Marked London Furniture, 1700-1840, 1996, p. 422, pl. 840