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A George II mahogany bureau bookcase circa 1760
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 232cm. high, 108cm. wide, 63cm. deep; 7ft. 7½in., 3ft. 6½in., 2ft. ¾in.
the top with a broken pediment above a pair of doors with later mirrors enclosing adjustable shelves, the sides with large brass handles and fastening hooks, the bureau with a fitted interior of nine drawers and pigeonholes, below are two short and three long graduated drawers, on bracket feet
Condition
This piece is in good restored and re-polished condition. One mirror plate has been replaced and the other is old glass but probably not original. The sides, top and bottom have some age cracks. The moulding on the right hand side, rear edge has been patched. The handles are all later replacements. There is a patch above the lock on the second drawer down.
For further information on this Lot, please contact the English Furniture Department on 00 44 (0) 207 293-5470.
"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."