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A Regency gilt-brass mounted steel and cast iron fire surround circa 1815-20
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- iron gilt-brass
- 99cm. high, 110cm. wide; 3ft. 3in., 3ft. 7in.
with an outer egg and dart border, the bar grate with knopped central bar and surmounted by obelisks
Condition
Ordered by William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1857) as part of the remodelling of Devonshire House 1815-20 for an unidentified room.
Generally in good condition. The brass egg and dart border is tarnished and the steel is pitted and has been painted with a thin layer of black paint. One moulded upright is lacking on the right hand side. The aperture is lacking a hood. Of fine quality.
"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."