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A William IV mahogany folio stand circa 1835
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Mahogany
- 109.5cm. high, 82cm. wide, 68cm. deep; 3ft. 7in., 2ft. 8¼in. 2ft. 2¾in.
the hinged sides with ratchet adjusted supports, the castors stamped `BS & P patent' beneath a Crown
Provenance
Probably ordered by William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1858) for the Devonshire House Library.
Literature
Devonshire House Inventory, 1892, possibly p. 93 in the Lavatory
Condition
Probably ordered by William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1858) for the Devonshire House Library.
Good overall condition with only minor old marks and scratches.
"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."