Lot 38
  • 38

A William and Mary style oak chest on stand partially composed of 17th century elements

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • oak (Wood, Other-Oak)
  • height 4 ft. 7 in.; width 39 1/2 in.; depth 22 1/4 in.
  • 114.3 cm; 100.3 cm; 56.5 cm
the molded rectangular top above a case fitted with four long drawers alternating in size, the stand fitted with a frieze drawer and raised on five baluster-form turned legs joined by concave stretchers raised on turned bun feet. 

Condition

Overall good condition; the top with age cracks to three corners; some old worm damage to drawer linings and to back boards; drawer linings with some shims to drawer bottoms; each side panel with a vertical age crack; feet with various old chips and bruises and with areas of old worm damage; the whole with dark wax/dirt build-up in corners and crevices and with a waxed surface; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.