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A George III satinwood and kingwood cross-banded secrétaire cabinet circa 1780
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- 183cm. high, 99cm. wide, 44cm. deep; 6ft., 3ft.3in., 1ft.5¼in.
with a tablet centered cresting flanked by urn finials above a pair of glazed doors and a secrétaire drawer above three drawers, on splayed feet
Condition
Fair overall condition. Finials replaced and one missing. Top left glazed astragal panel to left door with very small crack. Minor losses to crossbanded veneers and mouldigns to top of lower section. Minor losses and bruising to drawer beadings. Writing drawer with replaced leather to interior. Interior stationery compartment drawers with ivory or bone handles. Handles to drawer fronts replaced. Minor veneer loss above one front bracket foot. Feet kicked and scuffed. Good overall colour and patina. Typical old marks and scratches consistent with age. Unusal and attractive small size.
"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."