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A George III white painted carved wood plinth
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- 107cm. high, 46.5cm. wide, 31cm. deep; 3ft. 6in., 1ft. 6¼in., 1ft.
of waisted form, the later top above a fluted body and cushion moulded block plinth, the original top (beneath the present one) extensively pierced with specifically placed apertures
Literature
Devonshire House Inventory, 1892, possibly one from a group listed on p. 141 in the Entrance and Inner Halls;
Devonshire House Inventory, 1908, possibly p. 31
Condition
Good condition though marks and chips to the painted decoration and some verticle splits to the body.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The reason for the unusal piercing of the original top is unknown. It is clearly visible when you inspect the inside of this carefully constructed plynth.