Lot 933
  • 933

Treen 18th century and later

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • Wood and leather
  • ladle 32cm. long; 1½in. mallet 29cm. high; 9¾in.
three George III fruitwood toddy ladles together with a fruitwood pestel and mortar, a fruitwood lidded flask, three rosewood match cases, a polychrome and turned fruitwood desk ornament, a late Victorian large oak mallet, a Victorian rosewood tobacco jar, a satinwood and glazed box frame, two leather axe-head covers, a flower press, part of a wood-plain, an adjustable pulley by W. Elliot and two further items of treen (qty)

Literature

The Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth -The House, London, 2002, p. 145 where the lidded flask is illustrated in the Flower Room,

Condition

Mainly fair condition with some losses and minor damage to many of the items. The flower press is missing some pieces. Some interesting items in this lot, worthy of first hand inspection.
"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.
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