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A George II mahogany bureau bookcase circa 1740
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 194.5cm. high, 72.5cm. wide, 50.5cm. deep; 6ft. 4½in., 2ft. 4½in., 1ft. 7¾in.
the top with a bevelled mirrored door with a later plate and Ionic columns enclosing adjustable shelves and three drawers above a candle-slide, the bureau with a fitted interior of five small drawers and pigeonholes above five drawers
Condition
This piece is in good general re-finished condition. The top right hand side back edge of the cornice has been repaired. The plate as stated in the catalogue is later. There are some small age cracks to the right hand side of the bureau. The left hand side has some restored age cracks and other minor age cracks. The interior has a replaced leather writing surface. One key.
"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."