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A late George III mahogany washstand late 18th century
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- 94cm. high, 136cm. wide, 66cm. deep; 3ft. 1in., 4ft. 5½in., 2ft. 2in.
with double bowl apertures, splashback, a central frieze drawer and two dummy draws, shaped undertier, on square chamfered legs
Literature
Devonshire House Inventory, 1917, p.138 in Her Grace's Dressing Room
Condition
Good overall condition. Some stains especially to the top. Scratches marks and indentations throughout consistent with age and use. Loss to one corner of the under teir. Good and colour paternation.
Probably ordered by William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire (1748-1811)
"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."