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An Anglo-Chinese padouk kneehole desk circa 1830
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- 78cm. high, 115cm. wide, 51cm. deep; 2ft. 6¾in., 3ft. 9¼in., 1ft. 8in.
with ivory inlay and nine drawers, on carved claw feet
Condition
This piece is in `county house' condition. The top has two age cracks running almost the entire width, with some warping. There are several small patches in the top on the left hand side. Both sides have patches filling holes where originally carrying handles would have been fixed. The left hand side has an age crack and is lacking the moulding the entire length of the bottom edge. The moulding is chipped at the back of the inside of the left hand pedestal. The apron has been attached at an angle and should be re-attached so that it is vertical. There are old marks and scratches throughout and the piece could benefit from repolishing.
"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."