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A large William IV mahogany tambour desk circa 1835 stamped James Winter, London
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- 130cm. high, 142cm. wide, 85.5cm. deep; 3ft. 9in., 4ft. 8in., 2ft. 9½in.
four drawers stamped James Winter, 101 Wardour Street, the rectangular top with a gilt brass baluster cast gallery to three sides, the tambour opening to reveal a fitted interior with an arrangement of drawers and pigeonholes and with sprung compartments concealing secret drawers, with a distressed leather writing surface above three frieze drawers supported by turned octagonal legs ending in brass cappings and castors, the underside with a paper label printed Devonshire House
Condition
Good house worn condition. The tambour has damage and is missing a section to the left hand corner. The handles have some chipping. The writing surface is distressed, missing sections, and the central drawer is missing a section of moulding. There are many old marks and scratches throughout, consistent with age and use. This is a sturdy and finely made desk of very good colour.
"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
James Winter established his business in 1823 which was continued under his son until 1870. He described himslef as a 'Broker, Licensed Appraiser & Undertaker-dealer in every decsription of second hand furniture'. He was a retailer not a cabinet-maker but regularly identified his stock with a his stamp.