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A French Renaissance carved walnut chest second half 16th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 61cm. high, 128cm. wide, 52cm. deep; 1ft.11¼ in., 4ft.2in., 1ft. 8 ½in.
with a moulded lid, the front carved with profile masks, leaf scroll, urns and centred by a bust of a man, the sides with conforming leaf scroll and carrying handles
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, 5th March 2008, lot 302
Condition
Colour slightly less blackish and warmer and more natural and attractive than in the photo. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age. Part of internal hinges are missing and the lockplate has been replaced. There are some small gouges in the top. There is a triangular later inset section in the border of the front panel. Horizontal crack along left side which can easily be filled. In overall good condition.
"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."