Lot 913
  • 913

Four Victorian washstands second half 19th century

Estimate
120 - 180 GBP
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Description

  • Mahogany and other woods
  • largest 102cm. high, 91cm. wide, 54cm. deep; 3ft. 4in., 3ft., 1ft. 9in.
comprising two mahogany examples, one with bowl aperture and undertier; a smaller walnut example and an estate made stained pine square example with a bowl aperture, undertier and square legs, losses and damage (4)

Condition

Large washstand with single aperture: Good condition but would benefit from a clean and re-polish as the surfaces have many marks and stains. Lacking handles to the front. Small washstand with single aperture: Fair condition. Many marks and stains with some splits, cracks and separations. Large washstand with no apertures: Fair/distressed condition. The gallery is partially detached and there is a significant loss to the back right corner. Top slightly warped and very stained. One handle missing, another replaced. Large washstand with three drawers: Fair condition. Marks and stains throughout. Crack to the top. Lacking handles to the drawers with later panels to the sides. Screwholes to the top of the legs. Chips and cracks to the veneers across the frieze.
"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."