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A George III mahogany double sided library desk circa 1780
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 79cm. high, 168cm. wide, 114cm. deep; 2ft. 7in., 5ft. 6in., 3ft. 9in.
with gilt-tooled green leather inset top, each side with an arrangement of nine drawers, on a moulded plinth base
Condition
Fair. A lot of wear to the inset top and with partial splits and veneer losses to the rim of the top. The drawers with indications of former handles. The cockbeading with some rubbing and a loss on one lower drawer. Scuffing to plinth. The plain sides with typical splits and with marks and wear. There is a small patch repair in one corner. The apron moulding on the frieze that surrounds this piece has some lifting and scuffing.
To discuss this lot in greater detail please call Edward Rising or David Macdonald on 0207 293 5507 or 0207 293 5107
"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."