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A George III oak linen press circa 1770
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- 183cm. high, 122cm. wide, 57cm. deep; 6ft., 4ft., 1ft. 10½in.,
the pair of doors enclosing five sliding trays, the lower section with two short and two long drawers, bearing paper label 'DEVONSHIRE HOUSE, 1920', faults
Literature
Devonshire House Inventory, 1917, p. 43 in the Chauffeurs Bedroom & Office: 'a 4ft oak Combination cupboard, fitted with 2 long and 2 Short Drawers, cupboard over... (Antique)'
Condition
Distressed condition. In need of restoration. Many scuffs and marks. Signs of wear through out. One panel door has some missing sections of molding with further losses of molding to the base.
"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."